Sarlanka - Rowthulapudi, Kakinada
Sarlanka is a village situated in the Rowthulapudi mandal of Kakinada district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from Rowthulapudi and around 80 km from Kakinada. Raghavapatnam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarlanka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarlanka is 586981. The village covers a total geographical area of 57 hectares and falls under the 533446 pincode. Tuni is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Sarlanka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sarlanka
According to the 2011 Census, Sarlanka village had a total population of 163 people, including 81 males and 82 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 1,012 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 31.16%, with male literacy at 35.82% and female literacy at 26.76%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 159.
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 | 163 | 81 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 159 | 79 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 43 | 24 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 120 | 57 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Sarlanka
Sarlanka 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 Sarlanka
Sarlanka is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Tuni to Sarlanka is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Sarlanka is about 80 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 Sarlanka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarlanka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sarlanka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarlanka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sarlanka
Where is Sarlanka located?
Sarlanka village is located in Rowthulapudi Mandal, Kakinada district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarlanka?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarlanka is Raghavapatnam.
What is the pincode of Sarlanka?
The pincode of Sarlanka is 533446.
What is the population of Sarlanka?
Sarlanka had a total population of 163, including 81 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Sarlanka?
Sarlanka had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarlanka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarlanka was 31.16%. Male literacy was 35.82% and female literacy was 26.76%.