Karlaguda - Gummalakshmipuram, Parvathipuram Manyam
Karlaguda is a village situated in the Gummalakshmipuram mandal of Parvathipuram Manyam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from Gummalakshmipuram and around 160 km from Vizianagaram. Balesu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karlaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karlaguda is 581920. The village covers a total geographical area of 41 hectares and falls under the 535523 pincode. Parvathipuram is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Karlaguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karlaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Karlaguda village had a total population of 63 people, including 27 males and 36 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 1,333 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 20.41%, with male literacy at 30.00% and female literacy at 13.79%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 62.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 63 | 27 | 36 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 62 | 26 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 21 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Karlaguda
Karlaguda is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Karlaguda
Karlaguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Parvathipuram to Karlaguda is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Vizianagaram to Karlaguda is about 160 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karlaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karlaguda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karlaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karlaguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karlaguda
Where is Karlaguda located?
Karlaguda village is located in Gummalakshmipuram Mandal, Parvathipuram Manyam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karlaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Karlaguda is Balesu.
What is the pincode of Karlaguda?
The pincode of Karlaguda is 535523.
What is the population of Karlaguda?
Karlaguda had a total population of 63, including 27 males and 36 females.
How many households are there in Karlaguda?
Karlaguda had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karlaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karlaguda was 20.41%. Male literacy was 30.00% and female literacy was 13.79%.