Kalavacherla - Rajanagaram, East Godavari
Kalavacherla is a village situated in the Rajanagaram mandal of East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajanagaram and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Kakinada. Kalavacherla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalavacherla is 587404. The village covers a total geographical area of 1973 hectares and falls under the 533297 pincode. Rajahmundry is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Kalavacherla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kalavacherla
As per Census 2011, Kalavacherla village has a total population of 6,490 people, consisting of 3,250 males and 3,240 females. The village has 1,845 households and a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males. There are 710 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,246 literate and 3,244 illiterate residents. Additionally, 855 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalavacherla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,490 | 3,250 | 3,240 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 710 | 356 | 354 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 855 | 416 | 439 |
| Literate Population | 3,246 | 1,639 | 1,607 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,244 | 1,611 | 1,633 |
Nearby Villages of Kalavacherla
Kalavacherla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nandarada | West | 3.05 km |
| Murari | East | 3.09 km |
| Gadarada | North-West | 4.39 km |
| Dosakayalapalle | West | 5.80 km |
| Singarampalem | North | 6.07 km |
| Gandepalle | East | 6.25 km |
| South Thirupathi Rajapuram | South | 6.30 km |
| North Tirupathi Rajapuram | North-East | 6.78 km |
| Narasapuram | North-West | 6.92 km |
| Vadisaleru | South-East | 6.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kalavacherla
Kalavacherla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Godavari, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 7.4 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 Rajahmundry to Kalavacherla is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Kalavacherla is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalavacherla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalavacherla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kalavacherla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalavacherla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kalavacherla
Where is Kalavacherla located?
Kalavacherla village is located in Rajanagaram Mandal, East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalavacherla?
Kalavacherla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kalavacherla?
The pincode of Kalavacherla is 533297.
What is the population of Kalavacherla?
Kalavacherla has a total population of 6,490, including 3,250 males and 3,240 females.
How many households are there in Kalavacherla?
There are 1,845 households in Kalavacherla.
What is the literacy rate in Kalavacherla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalavacherla is 50.02%. Male literacy is 50.43% and female literacy is 49.60%.