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
As per Census 2011, Katukapalle village has a total population of 565 people, consisting of 270 males and 295 females. The village has 136 households and a sex ratio of 1,092 females per 1,000 males. There are 86 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 165 literate and 400 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 236 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katukapalle are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 565, including 270 males and 295 females.
How many households are there in Katukapalle?
There are 136 households in Katukapalle.
What is the literacy rate in Katukapalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katukapalle is 29.20%. Male literacy is 34.44% and female literacy is 24.41%.