Palakunta

Palakunta is a village located in Buttayagudem mandal of West Godavari district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Buttayagudem (tehsildar office) and 67km away from district headquarter Eluru. As per 2009 stats, Nimmalagudem is the gram panchayat of Palakunta village.

Palakunta has its own place in the vibrant West Godavari region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Palakunta

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palakunta is 588055. The village spans a total geographical area of 376 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 534448. Tadepallegudem is nearest town to Palakunta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 65km away.

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Population of Palakunta

Below is a concise population overview of Palakunta as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 422 202 220
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 43 15 28
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 421 201 220
Literate Population 257 138 119
Illiterate Population 165 64 101

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palakunta village:

  • The total population of Palakunta village is around 422, including approximately 202 males and 220 females, with a sex ratio of 1089 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 43 children aged 0–6 years in Palakunta village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Palakunta village has 421 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Palakunta village is about 60.90%, with male literacy at 68.32% and female literacy at 54.09%.
  • There are around 115 households in Palakunta village.

Connectivity of Palakunta

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palakunta. As per the 2011 stats, Palakunta had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Palakunta

Knowing the nearby villages of Palakunta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palakunta.

Puliramudugudem Kannarappadu Kopalle Ravvarigudem Itikalakunta Nimmalagudem Ramannagudem Buttayagudem Jaggisetti Gudem Ganapavaram Jainavarigudem

Frequently Asked Questions about Palakunta

Where is Palakunta located?
Palakunta village is situated in Buttayagudem Mandal, within the West Godavari district of Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palakunta?
The Gram Panchayat of Palakunta is Nimmalagudem (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Palakunta?
The pincode of Palakunta is 534448, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Palakunta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palakunta is 422, with 202 males and 220 females.
How many households are there in Palakunta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Palakunta village has a total of 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palakunta as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palakunta is 60.90%. The male literacy rate is 68.32%, while the female literacy rate is 54.09%.