Echalahal - Kowthalam, Kurnool
Echalahal is a village situated in the Kowthalam mandal of Kurnool district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kowthalam and around 128 km from the district headquarters in Kurnool. Urukunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Echalahal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Echalahal is 593796. The village covers a total geographical area of 328 hectares and falls under the 518344 pincode. Adoni is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Echalahal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Echalahal
Echalahal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Urukunda | North | 2.22 km |
| Kowthalam | South-West | 4.36 km |
| Bantakunta | North-West | 4.43 km |
| Chirtapalle | North | 4.47 km |
| Mallanahatti | North | 5.20 km |
| Gavigatlu | East | 5.70 km |
| Yerigiri | South-East | 6.01 km |
| Sulakeri | North-West | 6.15 km |
| Gowdegallu | North-East | 6.52 km |
| Veerladinne | West | 6.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Echalahal
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Echalahal. The nearest railway station is Kupgal, while the nearest airport is Bellary Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Adoni to Echalahal is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kurnool to Echalahal is about 128 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Echalahal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Echalahal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Echalahal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Echalahal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Echalahal
Where is Echalahal located?
Echalahal village is located in Kowthalam Mandal, Kurnool district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Echalahal?
The Gram Panchayat of Echalahal is Urukunda.
What is the pincode of Echalahal?
The pincode of Echalahal is 518344.