Katukapalle - Chinturu, Polavaram
Katukapalle is a village situated in the Chinturu mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from Chintur and around 160 km from Khammam. Edugurallapalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katukapalle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katukapalle is 579150. The village covers a total geographical area of 80 hectares and falls under the 533352 pincode. Palwancha is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Katukapalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Katukapalle
According to the 2011 Census, Katukapalle village had a total population of 565 people, including 270 males and 295 females, living in 136 households. The sex ratio was 1,093 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.45%, with male literacy at 38.91% and female literacy at 30.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 236.
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 | 565 | 270 | 295 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 31 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 236 | 111 | 125 |
| Literate Population | 165 | 93 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 400 | 177 | 223 |
Nearby Villages of Katukapalle
Katukapalle 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 Katukapalle
Katukapalle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palwancha to Katukapalle is about 68 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Katukapalle 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 Katukapalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katukapalle 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 Katukapalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katukapalle 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 Katukapalle
Where is Katukapalle located?
Katukapalle village is located in Chinturu Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katukapalle?
The Gram Panchayat of Katukapalle is Edugurallapalli.
What is the pincode of Katukapalle?
The pincode of Katukapalle is 533352.
What is the population of Katukapalle?
Katukapalle had a total population of 565, including 270 males and 295 females.
How many households are there in Katukapalle?
Katukapalle had 136 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katukapalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katukapalle was 34.45%. Male literacy was 38.91% and female literacy was 30.00%.