Palakuru
Palakuru is a village located in Puthalapattu mandal of Chittoor district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Puthalapattu (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Chittoor. As per 2009 stats, Palakuru village is also a gram panchayat.
Palakuru has its own place in the vibrant Chittoor region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Palakuru
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palakuru is 596476. The village spans a total geographical area of 783 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 517124. Chittoor is nearest town to Palakuru village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
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Population of Palakuru
Below is a concise population overview of Palakuru as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,298 | 1,137 | 1,161 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 196 | 101 | 95 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 564 | 284 | 280 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
Literate Population | 1,657 | 904 | 753 |
Illiterate Population | 641 | 233 | 408 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palakuru village:
- The total population of Palakuru village is around 2,298, including approximately 1,137 males and 1,161 females, with a sex ratio of 1021 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 196 children aged 0–6 years in Palakuru village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Palakuru village has 564 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 19 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Palakuru village is about 72.11%, with male literacy at 79.51% and female literacy at 64.86%.
- There are around 659 households in Palakuru village.
Connectivity of Palakuru
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palakuru. As per the 2011 stats, Palakuru had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Palakuru
Knowing the nearby villages of Palakuru helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palakuru.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palakuru
- Where is Palakuru located?
- Palakuru village is situated in Puthalapattu Mandal, within the Chittoor district of Andhra Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palakuru?
- Palakuru serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Palakuru?
- The pincode of Palakuru is 517124, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palakuru as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palakuru is 2,298, with 1,137 males and 1,161 females.
- How many households are there in Palakuru as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palakuru village has a total of 659 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palakuru as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palakuru is 72.11%. The male literacy rate is 79.51%, while the female literacy rate is 64.86%.