Alwala - Gonegandla, Kurnool
Alwala is a village situated in the Gonegandla mandal of Kurnool district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gonegandla and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Kurnool. Alwala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Alwala is 594050. The village covers a total geographical area of 2523 hectares and falls under the 518463 pincode. Yemmiganur is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Alwala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Alwala
As per Census 2011, Alwala village has a total population of 6,092 people, consisting of 3,097 males and 2,995 females. The village has 1,168 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 904 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,234 literate and 3,858 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,268 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 28 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Alwala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,092 | 3,097 | 2,995 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 904 | 485 | 419 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,268 | 644 | 624 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 17 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 2,234 | 1,470 | 764 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,858 | 1,627 | 2,231 |
Nearby Villages of Alwala
Alwala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Enigabala | North-West | 3.54 km |
| Kulumala | South | 3.94 km |
| Pedda Marriveedu | West | 4.50 km |
| Pedda Nelatur | South-East | 5.49 km |
| Pesaladinne | North-West | 5.67 km |
| Kambadahal | North | 6.30 km |
| Garladinne | North-West | 6.71 km |
| Parlapalle | West | 7.01 km |
| Burandoddi | East | 7.09 km |
| Gonegandla | South-West | 7.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Alwala
Alwala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ulindakonda, while the nearest airport is Bellary Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Yemmiganur to Alwala is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kurnool to Alwala is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Alwala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Alwala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Alwala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Alwala 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Alwala
Where is Alwala located?
Alwala village is located in Gonegandla Mandal, Kurnool district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Alwala?
Alwala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Alwala?
The pincode of Alwala is 518463.
What is the population of Alwala?
Alwala has a total population of 6,092, including 3,097 males and 2,995 females.
How many households are there in Alwala?
There are 1,168 households in Alwala.
What is the literacy rate in Alwala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Alwala is 36.67%. Male literacy is 47.47% and female literacy is 25.51%.