Podalakur - Podalakur, Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore
Podalakur is a village situated in the Podalakur mandal of Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district, Andhra Pradesh. Podalakur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podalakur is 592063. The village covers a total geographical area of 3678 hectares and falls under the 524345 pincode. Nellore is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Podalakur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Podalakur
As per Census 2011, Podalakur village has a total population of 16,662 people, consisting of 8,225 males and 8,437 females. The village has 4,230 households and a sex ratio of 1,025 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,709 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 11,447 literate and 5,215 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,403 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,560 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Podalakur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 16,662 | 8,225 | 8,437 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,709 | 875 | 834 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,403 | 1,165 | 1,238 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,560 | 787 | 773 |
| Literate Population | 11,447 | 6,096 | 5,351 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,215 | 2,129 | 3,086 |
Nearby Villages of Podalakur
Podalakur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Marripalle Gopasamudram | South-East | 2.25 km |
| Guravayapalem | West | 3.31 km |
| Kanuparthi | North-West | 4.20 km |
| Inukurthy | South | 4.42 km |
| Uchapalle | South-West | 4.88 km |
| Ayyagaripalem | North-East | 5.01 km |
| Parlapalle | South-East | 5.02 km |
| Mogallur | West | 5.40 km |
| Chatagotla | East | 5.66 km |
| Nandivaya | North | 5.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Podalakur
Podalakur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kommarapudi, while the nearest airport is Tirupati Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nellore to Podalakur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Podalakur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Podalakur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Podalakur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Podalakur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Podalakur
Where is Podalakur located?
Podalakur village is located in Podalakur Mandal, Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Podalakur?
Podalakur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Podalakur?
The pincode of Podalakur is 524345.
What is the population of Podalakur?
Podalakur has a total population of 16,662, including 8,225 males and 8,437 females.
How many households are there in Podalakur?
There are 4,230 households in Podalakur.
What is the literacy rate in Podalakur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podalakur is 68.70%. Male literacy is 74.12% and female literacy is 63.42%.