Kolakaluru - Tenali, Guntur
Kolakaluru is a village situated in the Tenali mandal of Guntur district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tenali and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Guntur. Haffpeta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kolakaluru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kolakaluru is 590287. The village covers a total geographical area of 2558 hectares and falls under the 522307 pincode. Tenali is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Kolakaluru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kolakaluru
As per Census 2011, Kolakaluru village has a total population of 15,607 people, consisting of 7,731 males and 7,876 females. The village has 4,408 households and a sex ratio of 1,018 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,500 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 10,001 literate and 5,606 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,986 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 168 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kolakaluru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 15,607 | 7,731 | 7,876 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,500 | 758 | 742 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,986 | 2,006 | 1,980 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 168 | 82 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 10,001 | 5,375 | 4,626 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,606 | 2,356 | 3,250 |
Nearby Villages of Kolakaluru
Kolakaluru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Anumarlapudi | South | 2.75 km |
| Penumudi | North | 3.14 km |
| Tangellamudi | South-West | 3.41 km |
| Devarapalle Agraharam | East | 3.55 km |
| Devarayabhotlapalem | West | 3.96 km |
| Gudivada | South-East | 4.12 km |
| Duggirala | North-East | 4.98 km |
| Sekuru | South-West | 5.08 km |
| Kantamraju Konduru | North | 5.16 km |
| Chintalapudi | East | 5.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kolakaluru
Kolakaluru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Duggirala, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 100.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tenali to Kolakaluru is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Guntur to Kolakaluru is about 17 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kolakaluru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kolakaluru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kolakaluru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kolakaluru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kolakaluru
Where is Kolakaluru located?
Kolakaluru village is located in Tenali Mandal, Guntur district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kolakaluru?
The Gram Panchayat of Kolakaluru is Haffpeta.
What is the pincode of Kolakaluru?
The pincode of Kolakaluru is 522307.
What is the population of Kolakaluru?
Kolakaluru has a total population of 15,607, including 7,731 males and 7,876 females.
How many households are there in Kolakaluru?
There are 4,408 households in Kolakaluru.
What is the literacy rate in Kolakaluru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kolakaluru is 64.08%. Male literacy is 69.53% and female literacy is 58.74%.