Lankojana Palle - Darsi, Prakasam
Lankojana Palle is a village situated in the Darsi mandal of Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Darsi and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Ongole. Lankojanapalli serves as the Grama Panchayat for Lankojana Palle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lankojana Palle is 590819. The village covers a total geographical area of 1076 hectares and falls under the 523247 pincode. Ongole is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Lankojana Palle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lankojana Palle
According to the 2011 Census, Lankojana Palle village had a total population of 1,833 people, including 954 males and 879 females, living in 434 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.68%, with male literacy at 59.53% and female literacy at 33.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 389.
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 | 1,833 | 954 | 879 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 267 | 151 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 389 | 193 | 196 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 731 | 478 | 253 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,102 | 476 | 626 |
Nearby Villages of Lankojana Palle
Lankojana Palle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| East Venkata Puram | South | 1.54 km |
| Bala Puram | West | 2.50 km |
| Darsi | North-East | 3.16 km |
| Ramachandra Puram | South | 3.69 km |
| Chalivendra | North-West | 3.91 km |
| Ganeswara Puram | South-West | 3.91 km |
| Yerrobana Palle | West | 4.72 km |
| Brundavanam | North-East | 5.05 km |
| East Choutapalem | South-East | 5.35 km |
| Bandellapaya | North-West | 5.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lankojana Palle
Lankojana Palle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Potlapadu, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 14.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ongole to Lankojana Palle is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lankojana Palle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lankojana Palle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Lankojana Palle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lankojana Palle village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lankojana Palle
Where is Lankojana Palle located?
Lankojana Palle village is located in Darsi Mandal, Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Lankojana Palle?
The Grama Panchayat of Lankojana Palle is Lankojanapalli.
What is the pincode of Lankojana Palle?
The pincode of Lankojana Palle is 523247.
What is the population of Lankojana Palle?
Lankojana Palle had a total population of 1,833, including 954 males and 879 females.
How many households are there in Lankojana Palle?
Lankojana Palle had 434 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lankojana Palle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lankojana Palle was 46.68%. Male literacy was 59.53% and female literacy was 33.16%.