Lankajodu - Kurupam, Parvathipuram Manyam
Lankajodu is a village situated in the Kurupam mandal of Parvathipuram Manyam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 31 km from Kurupam and around 148 km from Vizianagaram. Valasaballeru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lankajodu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lankajodu is 581979. The village covers a total geographical area of 101 hectares and falls under the 535534 pincode. Parvathipuram is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Lankajodu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lankajodu
As per Census 2011, Lankajodu village has a total population of 920 people, consisting of 230 males and 690 females. The village has 142 households and a sex ratio of 3,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 65 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 644 literate and 276 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 878 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lankajodu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 920 | 230 | 690 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 36 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | - | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 878 | 216 | 662 |
| Literate Population | 644 | 107 | 537 |
| Illiterate Population | 276 | 123 | 153 |
Nearby Villages of Lankajodu
Lankajodu 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 Lankajodu
Lankajodu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Parvathipuram to Lankajodu is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Vizianagaram to Lankajodu is about 148 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lankajodu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lankajodu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Lankajodu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lankajodu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lankajodu
Where is Lankajodu located?
Lankajodu village is located in Kurupam Mandal, Parvathipuram Manyam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lankajodu?
The Gram Panchayat of Lankajodu is Valasaballeru.
What is the pincode of Lankajodu?
The pincode of Lankajodu is 535534.
What is the population of Lankajodu?
Lankajodu has a total population of 920, including 230 males and 690 females.
How many households are there in Lankajodu?
There are 142 households in Lankajodu.
What is the literacy rate in Lankajodu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lankajodu is 70.00%. Male literacy is 46.52% and female literacy is 77.83%.