Nelakurru Village - Machilipatnam South, Krishna
Nelakurru is a village situated in the Machilipatnam South mandal of Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from Machilipatnam and around 17 km from Machilipatnam. Gollapalem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nelakurru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nelakurru is 589736. The village covers a total geographical area of 605 hectares and falls under the 521003 pincode. Machilipatnam is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Nelakurru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Nelakurru
As per Census 2011, Nelakurru village has a total population of 3,016 people, consisting of 1,535 males and 1,481 females. The village has 874 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 278 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,927 literate and 1,089 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,051 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nelakurru are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,016 | 1,535 | 1,481 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 278 | 141 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,051 | 547 | 504 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,927 | 1,052 | 875 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,089 | 483 | 606 |
Nearby Villages of Nelakurru
Nelakurru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chinnapuram | North-East | 2.51 km |
| Bhogireddipalle | West | 2.61 km |
| Pittallanka | South-West | 3.63 km |
| Majeru | North-West | 4.11 km |
| Pedapatnam | South-East | 5.38 km |
| Gundupalem | North-East | 5.40 km |
| Endakuduru | North | 5.78 km |
| Salempalem | South | 5.82 km |
| Kona | East | 5.95 km |
| Mangalapuram | West | 5.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nelakurru
Nelakurru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Machilipatnam, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 107.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Machilipatnam to Nelakurru 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 Nelakurru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nelakurru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nelakurru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nelakurru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nelakurru
Where is Nelakurru located?
Nelakurru village is located in Machilipatnam South Mandal, Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nelakurru?
The Gram Panchayat of Nelakurru is Gollapalem.
What is the pincode of Nelakurru?
The pincode of Nelakurru is 521003.
What is the population of Nelakurru?
Nelakurru has a total population of 3,016, including 1,535 males and 1,481 females.
How many households are there in Nelakurru?
There are 874 households in Nelakurru.
What is the literacy rate in Nelakurru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nelakurru is 63.89%. Male literacy is 68.53% and female literacy is 59.08%.