Ulchala - Kurnool Rural, Kurnool
Ulchala is a village situated in the Kurnool Rural mandal of Kurnool district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from Kurnool and around 10 km from Kurnool. Ulchala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ulchala is 593906. The village covers a total geographical area of 4127 hectares and falls under the 518467 pincode. Kurnool is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Ulchala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kodumur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kurnool Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ulchala
As per Census 2011, Ulchala village has a total population of 6,610 people, consisting of 3,399 males and 3,211 females. The village has 1,408 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 958 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,909 literate and 3,701 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,810 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 31 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ulchala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,610 | 3,399 | 3,211 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 958 | 514 | 444 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,810 | 930 | 880 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 18 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 2,909 | 1,764 | 1,145 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,701 | 1,635 | 2,066 |
Nearby Villages of Ulchala
Ulchala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Basavapuram | North | 3.27 km |
| A.gokulapadu | South-East | 4.38 km |
| Parla | South-West | 5.40 km |
| G.singavaram | North | 6.25 km |
| Salkapuram | South-East | 6.46 km |
| Remata | West | 7.11 km |
| Edurur | North | 7.57 km |
| Nidzur | North-East | 7.67 km |
| Kuruvanagalapuram | South | 7.78 km |
| K.markapuram | South | 7.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ulchala
Ulchala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kurnool Town, while the nearest airport is Bellary Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 101.8 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 Kurnool to Ulchala is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ulchala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ulchala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ulchala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ulchala 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 Ulchala
Where is Ulchala located?
Ulchala village is located in Kurnool Rural Mandal, Kurnool district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ulchala?
Ulchala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ulchala?
The pincode of Ulchala is 518467.
What is the population of Ulchala?
Ulchala has a total population of 6,610, including 3,399 males and 3,211 females.
How many households are there in Ulchala?
There are 1,408 households in Ulchala.
What is the literacy rate in Ulchala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ulchala is 44.01%. Male literacy is 51.90% and female literacy is 35.66%.