Elakolanu - Rangampeta, East Godavari
Elakolanu is a village situated in the Rangampeta mandal of East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rangampeta and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Kakinada. Elakolanu village is a designated Grama Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Elakolanu is 587428. The village covers a total geographical area of 1438 hectares and falls under the 533294 pincode. Rajahmundry is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Elakolanu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Elakolanu
According to the 2011 Census, Elakolanu village had a total population of 4,229 people, including 2,142 males and 2,087 females, living in 1,244 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.53%, with male literacy at 53.72% and female literacy at 55.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 452, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 22.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,229 | 2,142 | 2,087 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 506 | 247 | 259 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 452 | 223 | 229 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 2,030 | 1,018 | 1,012 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,199 | 1,124 | 1,075 |
Nearby Villages of Elakolanu
Elakolanu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Veerampalem | South | 3.24 km |
| Mukundavaram | North-East | 3.26 km |
| Kanavaram | North-West | 4.01 km |
| G. Donthamuru | South-East | 4.09 km |
| Thokada | South-West | 4.14 km |
| Subhadrampeta | North-East | 4.91 km |
| Mukkinada | South | 5.40 km |
| Doddigunta | East | 6.05 km |
| South Thirupathi Rajapuram | North-West | 6.34 km |
| Vadisaleru | North | 6.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Elakolanu
Elakolanu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Balabhadrapuram, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 13.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajahmundry to Elakolanu is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Elakolanu is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Elakolanu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Elakolanu 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 Elakolanu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Elakolanu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Elakolanu
Where is Elakolanu located?
Elakolanu village is located in Rangampeta Mandal, East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Elakolanu?
Elakolanu is its own Grama Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Elakolanu?
The pincode of Elakolanu is 533294.
What is the population of Elakolanu?
Elakolanu had a total population of 4,229, including 2,142 males and 2,087 females.
How many households are there in Elakolanu?
Elakolanu had 1,244 households.
What is the literacy rate in Elakolanu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Elakolanu was 54.53%. Male literacy was 53.72% and female literacy was 55.36%.