Lakkasamudram - Talupula, Sri Sathya Sai
Lakkasamudram is a village situated in the Talupula mandal of Sri Sathya Sai district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from Talupula and around 110 km from Anantapur. Lakkasamudram village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakkasamudram is 595216. The village covers a total geographical area of 1696 hectares and falls under the 515541 pincode. Kadiri is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Lakkasamudram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lakkasamudram
As per Census 2011, Lakkasamudram village has a total population of 2,248 people, consisting of 1,147 males and 1,101 females. The village has 603 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 215 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,236 literate and 1,012 illiterate residents. Additionally, 180 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lakkasamudram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,248 | 1,147 | 1,101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 215 | 122 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 180 | 92 | 88 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,236 | 758 | 478 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,012 | 389 | 623 |
Nearby Villages of Lakkasamudram
Lakkasamudram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Patnam | South-West | 4.23 km |
| Kondagattupalle | North | 5.39 km |
| Devaragudipalle | North-West | 5.46 km |
| Odulapalle | North-East | 6.04 km |
| Kurli | East | 6.32 km |
| Thappetavaripalle | North | 6.44 km |
| Nagareddipalle | South-West | 7.69 km |
| Kalasamudram | South | 7.93 km |
| Ellareddipalle | North-West | 8.29 km |
| Malakavemula | West | 8.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lakkasamudram
Lakkasamudram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kalasumudram, while the nearest airport is Kadapa Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.7 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 Kadiri to Lakkasamudram is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantapur to Lakkasamudram is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lakkasamudram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakkasamudram 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 Lakkasamudram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakkasamudram 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Lakkasamudram
Where is Lakkasamudram located?
Lakkasamudram village is located in Talupula Mandal, Sri Sathya Sai district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakkasamudram?
Lakkasamudram is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lakkasamudram?
The pincode of Lakkasamudram is 515541.
What is the population of Lakkasamudram?
Lakkasamudram has a total population of 2,248, including 1,147 males and 1,101 females.
How many households are there in Lakkasamudram?
There are 603 households in Lakkasamudram.
What is the literacy rate in Lakkasamudram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakkasamudram is 54.98%. Male literacy is 66.09% and female literacy is 43.42%.