Elakatur - Nindra, Chittoor
Elakatur is a village situated in the Nindra mandal of Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nindra and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Chittoor. Elakatur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Elakatur is 596354. The village covers a total geographical area of 1010 hectares and falls under the 517591 pincode. Puttur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Elakatur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Elakatur
As per Census 2011, Elakatur village has a total population of 2,705 people, consisting of 1,343 males and 1,362 females. The village has 676 households and a sex ratio of 1,014 females per 1,000 males. There are 293 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,505 literate and 1,200 illiterate residents. Additionally, 594 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 54 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Elakatur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,705 | 1,343 | 1,362 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 293 | 152 | 141 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 594 | 281 | 313 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 54 | 27 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 1,505 | 875 | 630 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,200 | 468 | 732 |
Nearby Villages of Elakatur
Elakatur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Koppedu Acharyula Khandriga | North-East | 2.77 km |
| Kacharavedu | South-East | 2.98 km |
| Chavarambakam | South | 3.20 km |
| Palamangalam Dakshini | North | 3.21 km |
| Thumbur | North-West | 3.24 km |
| Aranyam Khandriga | West | 3.70 km |
| Sri Ramapuram | North-East | 3.87 km |
| Samayapuram | South-East | 4.77 km |
| Kavanur | North-East | 4.86 km |
| Arur | South | 5.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Elakatur
Elakatur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vepagunta, while the nearest airport is Tirupati Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Puttur to Elakatur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chittoor to Elakatur is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Elakatur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Elakatur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Elakatur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Elakatur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Elakatur
Where is Elakatur located?
Elakatur village is located in Nindra Mandal, Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Elakatur?
Elakatur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Elakatur?
The pincode of Elakatur is 517591.
What is the population of Elakatur?
Elakatur has a total population of 2,705, including 1,343 males and 1,362 females.
How many households are there in Elakatur?
There are 676 households in Elakatur.
What is the literacy rate in Elakatur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Elakatur is 55.64%. Male literacy is 65.15% and female literacy is 46.26%.