Lankapalle - Ghantasala, Krishna
Lankapalle is a village situated in the Ghantasala mandal of Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghantasala and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Machilipatnam. Lankapalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lankapalle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lankapalle is 589711. The village covers a total geographical area of 433 hectares and falls under the 521131 pincode. Machilipatnam is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Lankapalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lankapalle
As per Census 2011, Lankapalle village has a total population of 2,448 people, consisting of 1,232 males and 1,216 females. The village has 709 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 219 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,589 literate and 859 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,029 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 24 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lankapalle are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,448 | 1,232 | 1,216 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 219 | 116 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,029 | 493 | 536 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 10 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 1,589 | 840 | 749 |
| Illiterate Population | 859 | 392 | 467 |
Nearby Villages of Lankapalle
Lankapalle 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 Lankapalle
Lankapalle 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 Machilipatnam to Lankapalle is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lankapalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lankapalle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lankapalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lankapalle village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Lankapalle
Where is Lankapalle located?
Lankapalle village is located in Ghantasala Mandal, Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lankapalle?
The Gram Panchayat of Lankapalle is Lankapalli.
What is the pincode of Lankapalle?
The pincode of Lankapalle is 521131.
What is the population of Lankapalle?
Lankapalle has a total population of 2,448, including 1,232 males and 1,216 females.
How many households are there in Lankapalle?
There are 709 households in Lankapalle.
What is the literacy rate in Lankapalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lankapalle is 64.91%. Male literacy is 68.18% and female literacy is 61.60%.