Parla - Kallur, Kurnool
Parla is a village situated in the Kallur mandal of Kurnool district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kallur and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Kurnool. Parla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parla is 593883. The village covers a total geographical area of 3506 hectares and falls under the 518467 pincode. Kurnool is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Parla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Parla
As per Census 2011, Parla village has a total population of 5,587 people, consisting of 2,857 males and 2,730 females. The village has 1,200 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 677 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,936 literate and 2,651 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,396 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Parla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,587 | 2,857 | 2,730 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 677 | 333 | 344 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,396 | 760 | 636 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,936 | 1,867 | 1,069 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,651 | 990 | 1,661 |
Nearby Villages of Parla
Parla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kuruvanagalapuram | South | 2.93 km |
| K.markapuram | South-East | 4.80 km |
| Gudipadu | West | 5.07 km |
| Ulchala | North-East | 5.40 km |
| Budidapadu | South | 5.59 km |
| Penchikalapadu | South-West | 5.66 km |
| A.gokulapadu | East | 5.96 km |
| Regadi Khanapuram | North-West | 6.57 km |
| Salkapuram | East | 6.82 km |
| Remata | North-West | 7.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Parla
Parla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dupadu, while the nearest airport is Bellary Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 98.2 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 Kurnool to Parla is about 20 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 Parla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Parla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Parla
Where is Parla located?
Parla village is located in Kallur Mandal, Kurnool district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parla?
Parla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Parla?
The pincode of Parla is 518467.
What is the population of Parla?
Parla has a total population of 5,587, including 2,857 males and 2,730 females.
How many households are there in Parla?
There are 1,200 households in Parla.
What is the literacy rate in Parla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parla is 52.55%. Male literacy is 65.35% and female literacy is 39.16%.