Lanka Palle - Buttayagudem, Eluru
Lanka Palle is a village situated in the Buttayagudem mandal of Eluru district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from Buttayagudem and around 82 km from Eluru. Kamayyakunta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lanka Palle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lanka Palle is 588082. The village covers a total geographical area of 117 hectares and falls under the 534311 pincode. Tadepallegudem is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Lanka Palle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lanka Palle
According to the 2011 Census, Lanka Palle village had a total population of 129 people, including 65 males and 64 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.28%, with male literacy at 54.39% and female literacy at 48.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 125.
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 | 129 | 65 | 64 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 125 | 63 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 60 | 31 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 34 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Lanka Palle
Lanka Palle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kamayyakunta | South-West | 1.50 km |
| Bandarlagudem | West | 2.80 km |
| Kopalle | North-West | 2.93 km |
| Rajanagaram | South | 3.50 km |
| Lakshmipuram | South-East | 3.64 km |
| Ravvarigudem | North-West | 3.80 km |
| Kovvada | South | 3.97 km |
| Saripallekunta | East | 4.03 km |
| Itikalakunta | West | 4.11 km |
| Pandugudem | South-West | 4.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lanka Palle
Lanka Palle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pasivedala, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.3 km.
| 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 Tadepallegudem to Lanka Palle is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Eluru to Lanka Palle is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lanka Palle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lanka Palle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lanka Palle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lanka Palle village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lanka Palle
Where is Lanka Palle located?
Lanka Palle village is located in Buttayagudem Mandal, Eluru district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lanka Palle?
The Gram Panchayat of Lanka Palle is Kamayyakunta.
What is the pincode of Lanka Palle?
The pincode of Lanka Palle is 534311.
What is the population of Lanka Palle?
Lanka Palle had a total population of 129, including 65 males and 64 females.
How many households are there in Lanka Palle?
Lanka Palle had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lanka Palle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lanka Palle was 51.28%. Male literacy was 54.39% and female literacy was 48.33%.