Pittallanka - Koduru, Krishna
Pittallanka is a village situated in the Koduru mandal of Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Koduru and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Machilipatnam. Pittlalanka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pittallanka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pittallanka is 589791. The village covers a total geographical area of 721 hectares and falls under the 521122 pincode. Repalle is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Pittallanka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pittallanka
As per Census 2011, Pittallanka village has a total population of 2,820 people, consisting of 1,426 males and 1,394 females. The village has 832 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 208 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,684 literate and 1,136 illiterate residents. Additionally, 695 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pittallanka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,820 | 1,426 | 1,394 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 208 | 115 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 695 | 336 | 359 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 1,684 | 875 | 809 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,136 | 551 | 585 |
Nearby Villages of Pittallanka
Pittallanka 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhogireddipalle | North | 2.92 km |
| Pedakallepalle | West | 3.29 km |
| Salempalem | South | 3.32 km |
| Nelakurru | North-East | 3.63 km |
| Mellamarru | West | 5.39 km |
| Viswanadhapalle | South-West | 5.48 km |
| Mangalapuram | North-West | 5.55 km |
| Ayodhya | South-West | 5.74 km |
| Pedapatnam | East | 5.85 km |
| Chinnapuram | North-East | 6.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pittallanka
Pittallanka is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Machilipatnam, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 110.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Repalle to Pittallanka is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Pittallanka is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pittallanka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pittallanka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pittallanka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pittallanka 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 Pittallanka
Where is Pittallanka located?
Pittallanka village is located in Koduru Mandal, Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pittallanka?
The Gram Panchayat of Pittallanka is Pittlalanka.
What is the pincode of Pittallanka?
The pincode of Pittallanka is 521122.
What is the population of Pittallanka?
Pittallanka has a total population of 2,820, including 1,426 males and 1,394 females.
How many households are there in Pittallanka?
There are 832 households in Pittallanka.
What is the literacy rate in Pittallanka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pittallanka is 59.72%. Male literacy is 61.36% and female literacy is 58.03%.