Kallepalle - Lakkavarapukota, Vizianagaram
Kallepalle is a village situated in the Lakkavarapukota mandal of Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakkavarapukota and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Vizianagaram. Kallepalli serves as the Grama Panchayat for Kallepalle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kallepalle is 583043. The village covers a total geographical area of 663 hectares and falls under the 535183 pincode. Visakhapatnam is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Kallepalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kallepalle
According to the 2011 Census, Kallepalle village had a total population of 2,928 people, including 1,503 males and 1,425 females, living in 764 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.64%, with male literacy at 65.53% and female literacy at 41.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 171, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,928 | 1,503 | 1,425 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 294 | 151 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 171 | 83 | 88 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,413 | 886 | 527 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,515 | 617 | 898 |
Nearby Villages of Kallepalle
Kallepalle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rega | South-West | 2.00 km |
| Sreerampuram | East | 2.14 km |
| Tamarapalle | South-East | 2.15 km |
| Latchampeta | North-West | 2.46 km |
| Neelakantapuram | West | 2.84 km |
| Relligavirammapeta | North-East | 3.28 km |
| Musiram | South | 3.50 km |
| Devada | South | 3.52 km |
| Kudduvalasa | North-West | 3.52 km |
| Narasampeta | West | 3.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kallepalle
Kallepalle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mallividu, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Visakhapatnam to Kallepalle is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Vizianagaram to Kallepalle is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kallepalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kallepalle 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 Kallepalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kallepalle 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 Kallepalle
Where is Kallepalle located?
Kallepalle village is located in Lakkavarapukota Mandal, Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Kallepalle?
The Grama Panchayat of Kallepalle is Kallepalli.
What is the pincode of Kallepalle?
The pincode of Kallepalle is 535183.
What is the population of Kallepalle?
Kallepalle had a total population of 2,928, including 1,503 males and 1,425 females.
How many households are there in Kallepalle?
Kallepalle had 764 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kallepalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kallepalle was 53.64%. Male literacy was 65.53% and female literacy was 41.11%.