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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Kallepalle village has a total population of 2,928 people, consisting of 1,503 males and 1,425 females. The village has 764 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 294 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,413 literate and 1,515 illiterate residents. Additionally, 171 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kallepalle are given below:
| 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 | - | 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 gram panchayat of Kallepalle?
The Gram Panchayat of Kallepalle is Kallepalli.
What is the pincode of Kallepalle?
The pincode of Kallepalle is 535183.
What is the population of Kallepalle?
Kallepalle has a total population of 2,928, including 1,503 males and 1,425 females.
How many households are there in Kallepalle?
There are 764 households in Kallepalle.
What is the literacy rate in Kallepalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kallepalle is 48.26%. Male literacy is 58.95% and female literacy is 36.98%.