Atmakur - Ulavapadu, Prakasam
Atmakur is a village situated in the Ulavapadu mandal of Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ulavapadu and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Ongole. Atmakuru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Atmakur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Atmakur is 591592. The village covers a total geographical area of 1138 hectares and falls under the 523292 pincode. Kandukur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Atmakur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Atmakur
As per Census 2011, Atmakur village has a total population of 1,818 people, consisting of 911 males and 907 females. The village has 464 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 170 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,033 literate and 785 illiterate residents. Additionally, 840 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Atmakur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,818 | 911 | 907 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 78 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 840 | 408 | 432 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,033 | 596 | 437 |
| Illiterate Population | 785 | 315 | 470 |
Nearby Villages of Atmakur
Atmakur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Donda Padu | South-West | 3.01 km |
| Manneti Kota | East | 3.26 km |
| Kollurupadu | South-East | 4.22 km |
| K.rajupalem | South-East | 4.27 km |
| Bheemavaram | South | 4.86 km |
| Sanampudi | North-East | 5.14 km |
| Ogur | North | 5.28 km |
| Madanagopalapuram | South-West | 5.82 km |
| Chagallu | South-East | 7.69 km |
| Krishnapuram | South | 7.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Atmakur
Atmakur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ulavapadu, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Kandukur to Atmakur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ongole to Atmakur is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Atmakur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Atmakur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Atmakur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Atmakur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Atmakur
Where is Atmakur located?
Atmakur village is located in Ulavapadu Mandal, Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Atmakur?
The Gram Panchayat of Atmakur is Atmakuru.
What is the pincode of Atmakur?
The pincode of Atmakur is 523292.
What is the population of Atmakur?
Atmakur has a total population of 1,818, including 911 males and 907 females.
How many households are there in Atmakur?
There are 464 households in Atmakur.
What is the literacy rate in Atmakur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Atmakur is 56.82%. Male literacy is 65.42% and female literacy is 48.18%.