Korlakunta - Obulavaripalle, Tirupati
Korlakunta is a village situated in the Obulavaripalle mandal of Tirupati district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from Obulavaripalle and around 75 km from Kadapa. Chennamrajupodu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Korlakunta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Korlakunta is 593703. The village covers a total geographical area of 1963 hectares and falls under the 516108 pincode. Rajampet is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Korlakunta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Korlakunta
As per Census 2011, Korlakunta village has a total population of 5,009 people, consisting of 2,473 males and 2,536 females. The village has 1,125 households and a sex ratio of 1,025 females per 1,000 males. There are 593 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,781 literate and 2,228 illiterate residents. Additionally, 999 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 116 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Korlakunta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,009 | 2,473 | 2,536 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 593 | 298 | 295 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 999 | 472 | 527 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 116 | 57 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 2,781 | 1,597 | 1,184 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,228 | 876 | 1,352 |
Nearby Villages of Korlakunta
Korlakunta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jillelamadaka | North-West | 2.74 km |
| Chinna Orampadu | North-West | 4.59 km |
| Govindampalle | North-East | 4.78 km |
| Anantharajupeta | South-East | 5.01 km |
| Gadela | West | 5.22 km |
| Yerraguntakota | South | 6.30 km |
| Gangarajupuram | South-East | 6.62 km |
| Bommavaram | North-East | 6.95 km |
| Kalvavarikandrika | East | 7.11 km |
| Raghavarajupuram | South-East | 7.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Korlakunta
Korlakunta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Anantarajupet, while the nearest airport is Tirupati Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajampet to Korlakunta is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kadapa to Korlakunta is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Korlakunta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Korlakunta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Korlakunta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Korlakunta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Korlakunta
Where is Korlakunta located?
Korlakunta village is located in Obulavaripalle Mandal, Tirupati district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Korlakunta?
The Gram Panchayat of Korlakunta is Chennamrajupodu.
What is the pincode of Korlakunta?
The pincode of Korlakunta is 516108.
What is the population of Korlakunta?
Korlakunta has a total population of 5,009, including 2,473 males and 2,536 females.
How many households are there in Korlakunta?
There are 1,125 households in Korlakunta.
What is the literacy rate in Korlakunta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Korlakunta is 55.52%. Male literacy is 64.58% and female literacy is 46.69%.