Lakkonda - Gangavaram, Polavaram
Lakkonda is a village situated in the Gangavaram mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from Gangavaram and around 85 km from Kakinada. Lakkonda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakkonda is 587094. The village covers a total geographical area of 1173 hectares and falls under the 533284 pincode. Rajahmundry is the nearest town, located about 63 km away.
Lakkonda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lakkonda
As per Census 2011, Lakkonda village has a total population of 842 people, consisting of 430 males and 412 females. The village has 249 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 90 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 411 literate and 431 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 781 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lakkonda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 842 | 430 | 412 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 51 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 781 | 400 | 381 |
| Literate Population | 411 | 235 | 176 |
| Illiterate Population | 431 | 195 | 236 |
Nearby Villages of Lakkonda
Lakkonda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pandrapottipalem | North-West | 1.93 km |
| Gangavaram | South-West | 2.66 km |
| Goragommi | South | 2.88 km |
| Komaravaram | North-West | 3.46 km |
| Rajampalem | West | 3.80 km |
| Kusumarai | West | 4.03 km |
| Doramamidi | South-West | 4.98 km |
| Padagarlapadu | South | 5.03 km |
| Amudalabanda | South-West | 5.48 km |
| Yerrampalem | South-West | 6.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lakkonda
Lakkonda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gudaparti, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.9 km.
| 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 Rajahmundry to Lakkonda is about 63 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Lakkonda is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lakkonda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakkonda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lakkonda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakkonda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lakkonda
Where is Lakkonda located?
Lakkonda village is located in Gangavaram Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakkonda?
Lakkonda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lakkonda?
The pincode of Lakkonda is 533284.
What is the population of Lakkonda?
Lakkonda has a total population of 842, including 430 males and 412 females.
How many households are there in Lakkonda?
There are 249 households in Lakkonda.
What is the literacy rate in Lakkonda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakkonda is 48.81%. Male literacy is 54.65% and female literacy is 42.72%.