Lakkavaram - Thallur, Prakasam
Lakkavaram is a village situated in the Thallur mandal of Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tallur and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Ongole. Lakkavaram village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakkavaram is 590998. The village covers a total geographical area of 1507 hectares and falls under the 523264 pincode. Ongole is the nearest town, located about 49 km away.
Lakkavaram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lakkavaram
As per Census 2011, Lakkavaram village has a total population of 4,474 people, consisting of 2,284 males and 2,190 females. The village has 1,132 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 601 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,909 literate and 2,565 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,687 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 54 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lakkavaram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,474 | 2,284 | 2,190 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 601 | 312 | 289 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,687 | 877 | 810 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 54 | 25 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 1,909 | 1,161 | 748 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,565 | 1,123 | 1,442 |
Nearby Villages of Lakkavaram
Lakkavaram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bellamkondavari Palem | North-East | 2.77 km |
| Sarvamitta | North-East | 3.00 km |
| Potha Kamuru | North-West | 3.65 km |
| Seetha Sagaram | North | 4.24 km |
| Nagambhotla Palem | South-East | 4.54 km |
| Singana Palem | North-East | 4.79 km |
| Boddikura Padu | South-West | 5.07 km |
| Dosakayalapadu | North-East | 5.73 km |
| Sankaranarayanapuram | South-West | 6.29 km |
| Somavrappadu | East | 6.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lakkavaram
Lakkavaram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kurichedu, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.0 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 Ongole to Lakkavaram is about 49 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lakkavaram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakkavaram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lakkavaram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakkavaram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lakkavaram
Where is Lakkavaram located?
Lakkavaram village is located in Thallur Mandal, Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakkavaram?
Lakkavaram is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lakkavaram?
The pincode of Lakkavaram is 523264.
What is the population of Lakkavaram?
Lakkavaram has a total population of 4,474, including 2,284 males and 2,190 females.
How many households are there in Lakkavaram?
There are 1,132 households in Lakkavaram.
What is the literacy rate in Lakkavaram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakkavaram is 42.67%. Male literacy is 50.83% and female literacy is 34.16%.