Yekkala
Yekkala is a village located in Kanchili mandal of Srikakulam district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Kanchili (tehsildar office) and 137km away from district headquarter Srikakulam. As per 2009 stats, Yekkala village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Yekkala unique in its vibrant Kanchili-Srikakulam region. You’ll see Yekkala’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Yekkala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Yekkala is 580396. The village spans a total geographical area of 279 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 532291. Ichchapuram is nearest town to Yekkala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
Google Map of Yekkala
Population of Yekkala
According to the 2011 Census, Yekkala has a total population of about 1,579, with approximately 736 males and 843 females. The sex ratio is around 1145 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 196 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 46 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 13. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.61%, with male literacy at about 62.77% and female literacy near 41.87%. There are around 380 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Yekkala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,579 | 736 | 843 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 196 | 93 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 20 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 815 | 462 | 353 |
| Illiterate Population | 764 | 274 | 490 |
Connectivity of Yekkala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Yekkala. As per the 2011 stats, Yekkala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Yekkala
Knowing the nearby villages of Yekkala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Yekkala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Yekkala
- Where is Yekkala located?
- Yekkala village is situated in Kanchili Mandal, within the Srikakulam district of Andhra Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Yekkala?
- Yekkala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Yekkala?
- The pincode of Yekkala is 532291, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Yekkala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Yekkala is 1,579, with 736 males and 843 females.
- How many households are there in Yekkala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Yekkala village has a total of 380 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Yekkala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Yekkala is 51.61%. The male literacy rate is 62.77%, while the female literacy rate is 41.87%.