Prakkilanka - Tallapudi, East Godavari
Prakkilanka is a village situated in the Tallapudi mandal of East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 1 km from Tallapudi and around 101 km from Eluru. Prakkilanka village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Prakkilanka is 588116. The village covers a total geographical area of 1265 hectares and falls under the 534341 pincode. Kovvur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Prakkilanka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Prakkilanka
As per Census 2011, Prakkilanka village has a total population of 2,820 people, consisting of 1,385 males and 1,435 females. The village has 766 households and a sex ratio of 1,036 females per 1,000 males. There are 321 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,729 literate and 1,091 illiterate residents. Additionally, 517 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 21 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Prakkilanka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,820 | 1,385 | 1,435 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 321 | 163 | 158 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 517 | 268 | 249 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 9 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 1,729 | 908 | 821 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,091 | 477 | 614 |
Nearby Villages of Prakkilanka
Prakkilanka 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 Prakkilanka
Prakkilanka is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Kovvur to Prakkilanka is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Eluru to Prakkilanka is about 101 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Prakkilanka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Prakkilanka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Prakkilanka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Prakkilanka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Prakkilanka
Where is Prakkilanka located?
Prakkilanka village is located in Tallapudi Mandal, East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Prakkilanka?
Prakkilanka is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Prakkilanka?
The pincode of Prakkilanka is 534341.
What is the population of Prakkilanka?
Prakkilanka has a total population of 2,820, including 1,385 males and 1,435 females.
How many households are there in Prakkilanka?
There are 766 households in Prakkilanka.
What is the literacy rate in Prakkilanka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Prakkilanka is 61.31%. Male literacy is 65.56% and female literacy is 57.21%.