Korlagunta - Musunuru, Eluru
Korlagunta is a village situated in the Musunuru mandal of Eluru district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from Musunuru and around 93 km from Machilipatnam. Korlagunta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Korlagunta is 589038. The village covers a total geographical area of 582 hectares and falls under the 521207 pincode. Nuzvid is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Korlagunta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Korlagunta
According to the 2011 Census, Korlagunta village had a total population of 1,910 people, including 988 males and 922 females, living in 536 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.16%, with male literacy at 67.81% and female literacy at 64.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 860, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 1,910 | 988 | 922 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 211 | 112 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 860 | 439 | 421 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,124 | 594 | 530 |
| Illiterate Population | 786 | 394 | 392 |
Nearby Villages of Korlagunta
Korlagunta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pathureddipalle | West | 1.96 km |
| Tallavalli | South-East | 2.25 km |
| Jangamgudem | South | 3.79 km |
| Mukkollupadu | North | 4.31 km |
| Chintalavalli | North-East | 4.63 km |
| Tukkuluru (m) | South | 4.70 km |
| Musunuru | East | 5.29 km |
| Annavaram | North-West | 5.86 km |
| Devaragunta | South | 6.10 km |
| Katrenipadu | South-East | 6.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Korlagunta
Korlagunta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nuzvid, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Nuzvid to Korlagunta is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Korlagunta is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Korlagunta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Korlagunta 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Korlagunta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Korlagunta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Korlagunta
Where is Korlagunta located?
Korlagunta village is located in Musunuru Mandal, Eluru district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Korlagunta?
Korlagunta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Korlagunta?
The pincode of Korlagunta is 521207.
What is the population of Korlagunta?
Korlagunta had a total population of 1,910, including 988 males and 922 females.
How many households are there in Korlagunta?
Korlagunta had 536 households.
What is the literacy rate in Korlagunta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Korlagunta was 66.16%. Male literacy was 67.81% and female literacy was 64.40%.