Katharlanka - P.Gannavaram, Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Konaseema
Katharlanka is a village situated in the P.Gannavaram mandal of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Konaseema district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from P.gannavaram and around 64 km from Kakinada. K.munjavaram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katharlanka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katharlanka is 587791. The village covers a total geographical area of 39 hectares and falls under the 533214 pincode. Amalapuram is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Katharlanka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gannavaram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amalapuram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katharlanka
As per Census 2011, Katharlanka village has a total population of 1,017 people, consisting of 514 males and 503 females. The village has 281 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 96 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 745 literate and 272 illiterate residents. Additionally, 140 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katharlanka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,017 | 514 | 503 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 46 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 140 | 76 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 9 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 745 | 400 | 345 |
| Illiterate Population | 272 | 114 | 158 |
Nearby Villages of Katharlanka
Katharlanka is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Katharlanka
Katharlanka is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amalapuram to Katharlanka is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Katharlanka is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katharlanka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katharlanka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Katharlanka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katharlanka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Katharlanka
Where is Katharlanka located?
Katharlanka village is located in P.Gannavaram Mandal, Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Konaseema district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katharlanka?
The Gram Panchayat of Katharlanka is K.munjavaram.
What is the pincode of Katharlanka?
The pincode of Katharlanka is 533214.
What is the population of Katharlanka?
Katharlanka has a total population of 1,017, including 514 males and 503 females.
How many households are there in Katharlanka?
There are 281 households in Katharlanka.
What is the literacy rate in Katharlanka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katharlanka is 73.25%. Male literacy is 77.82% and female literacy is 68.59%.