Ippagunta - Ponnaluru, Prakasam
Ippagunta is a village situated in the Ponnaluru mandal of Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ponnaluru and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Ongole. Ippagunta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ippagunta is 591414. The village covers a total geographical area of 1772 hectares and falls under the 523109 pincode. Kandukur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Ippagunta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ippagunta
As per Census 2011, Ippagunta village has a total population of 2,721 people, consisting of 1,364 males and 1,357 females. The village has 715 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 264 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,293 literate and 1,428 illiterate residents. Additionally, 793 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 64 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ippagunta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,721 | 1,364 | 1,357 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 264 | 137 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 793 | 405 | 388 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 64 | 27 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 1,293 | 747 | 546 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,428 | 617 | 811 |
Nearby Villages of Ippagunta
Ippagunta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ponnaluru | East | 2.49 km |
| Chouta Palem | West | 2.78 km |
| Pedavenkanna Palem | North | 4.15 km |
| East Polineni Palem | South | 4.83 km |
| Yeduluru Padu | East | 5.11 km |
| Nawabpalem | South-West | 5.17 km |
| Nukavaram | South-East | 5.20 km |
| Sameerapalem | South | 5.35 km |
| Lingam Gunta | West | 5.72 km |
| Ponnaluru Gudavari Khandrika | North | 6.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ippagunta
Ippagunta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ulavapadu, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kandukur to Ippagunta is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ongole to Ippagunta is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ippagunta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ippagunta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ippagunta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ippagunta 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ippagunta
Where is Ippagunta located?
Ippagunta village is located in Ponnaluru Mandal, Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ippagunta?
Ippagunta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ippagunta?
The pincode of Ippagunta is 523109.
What is the population of Ippagunta?
Ippagunta has a total population of 2,721, including 1,364 males and 1,357 females.
How many households are there in Ippagunta?
There are 715 households in Ippagunta.
What is the literacy rate in Ippagunta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ippagunta is 47.52%. Male literacy is 54.77% and female literacy is 40.24%.