Palukur - Banaganapalli, Nandyal
Palukur is a village situated in the Banaganapalli mandal of Nandyal district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from Banaganapalle and around 72 km from Kurnool. Palukur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palukur is 594361. The village covers a total geographical area of 3289 hectares and falls under the 518176 pincode. Nandyal is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Palukur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Palukur
As per Census 2011, Palukur village has a total population of 11,674 people, consisting of 5,839 males and 5,835 females. The village has 2,800 households and a sex ratio of 999 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,482 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,125 literate and 6,549 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,281 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 74 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palukur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,674 | 5,839 | 5,835 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,482 | 784 | 698 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,281 | 1,158 | 1,123 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 74 | 38 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 5,125 | 3,016 | 2,109 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,549 | 2,823 | 3,726 |
Nearby Villages of Palukur
Palukur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Salamabad | South | 3.20 km |
| Cherupalle | South-East | 4.15 km |
| Hussainapuram | South-West | 4.39 km |
| Gollagutta | West | 5.17 km |
| Venkatapuram | South | 5.77 km |
| Beeravolu | East | 5.81 km |
| Ramatheertham | North-East | 5.89 km |
| Enakandla | South | 6.34 km |
| Yerragudi | South-West | 7.85 km |
| Alamur | North-East | 8.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Palukur
Palukur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is B Cement Nagar, while the nearest airport is Kadapa Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Nandyal to Palukur is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kurnool to Palukur is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palukur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palukur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Palukur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palukur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Palukur
Where is Palukur located?
Palukur village is located in Banaganapalli Mandal, Nandyal district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palukur?
Palukur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Palukur?
The pincode of Palukur is 518176.
What is the population of Palukur?
Palukur has a total population of 11,674, including 5,839 males and 5,835 females.
How many households are there in Palukur?
There are 2,800 households in Palukur.
What is the literacy rate in Palukur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palukur is 43.90%. Male literacy is 51.65% and female literacy is 36.14%.