Lingam Gunta - Ponnaluru, Prakasam
Lingam Gunta is a village situated in the Ponnaluru mandal of Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ponnaluru and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Ongole. Malepadu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lingam Gunta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lingam Gunta is 591412. The village covers a total geographical area of 1414 hectares and falls under the 523109 pincode. Kandukur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Lingam Gunta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lingam Gunta
As per Census 2011, Lingam Gunta village has a total population of 1,137 people, consisting of 581 males and 556 females. The village has 274 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 148 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 495 literate and 642 illiterate residents. Additionally, 228 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 24 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lingam Gunta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,137 | 581 | 556 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 76 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 228 | 123 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 10 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 495 | 294 | 201 |
| Illiterate Population | 642 | 287 | 355 |
Nearby Villages of Lingam Gunta
Lingam Gunta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Malepadu | North-West | 2.85 km |
| Chouta Palem | South-East | 3.06 km |
| Ramachandrapuram | South-West | 3.74 km |
| Cherukuru | North | 4.10 km |
| Nawabpalem | South | 4.83 km |
| Ippagunta | East | 5.72 km |
| Veeranna Palem | West | 5.90 km |
| East Polineni Palem | South-East | 6.97 km |
| Pedavenkanna Palem | North-East | 7.06 km |
| Voletivaripalem | South | 7.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lingam Gunta
Lingam Gunta 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 52.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Kandukur to Lingam Gunta is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ongole to Lingam Gunta is about 56 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 Lingam Gunta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lingam Gunta 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 Lingam Gunta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lingam Gunta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lingam Gunta
Where is Lingam Gunta located?
Lingam Gunta village is located in Ponnaluru Mandal, Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lingam Gunta?
The Gram Panchayat of Lingam Gunta is Malepadu.
What is the pincode of Lingam Gunta?
The pincode of Lingam Gunta is 523109.
What is the population of Lingam Gunta?
Lingam Gunta has a total population of 1,137, including 581 males and 556 females.
How many households are there in Lingam Gunta?
There are 274 households in Lingam Gunta.
What is the literacy rate in Lingam Gunta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lingam Gunta is 43.54%. Male literacy is 50.60% and female literacy is 36.15%.