Kalavapudi - Kalla, West Godavari
Kalavapudi is a village situated in the Kalla mandal of West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalla and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Eluru. Kalavapudi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalavapudi is 588743. The village covers a total geographical area of 2326 hectares and falls under the 534236 pincode. Bhimavaram is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Kalavapudi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kalavapudi
As per Census 2011, Kalavapudi village has a total population of 7,982 people, consisting of 4,060 males and 3,922 females. The village has 2,237 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 817 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,742 literate and 3,240 illiterate residents. Additionally, 314 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 55 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalavapudi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,982 | 4,060 | 3,922 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 817 | 441 | 376 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 314 | 161 | 153 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 55 | 31 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 4,742 | 2,517 | 2,225 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,240 | 1,543 | 1,697 |
Nearby Villages of Kalavapudi
Kalavapudi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Prathallameraka | North-West | 3.44 km |
| Mattagunta | West | 4.29 km |
| Doddanapudi | North | 4.98 km |
| Matlam | South | 5.12 km |
| Pedalanka | South-West | 5.48 km |
| Kalla | North | 5.65 km |
| Kondangi | North-West | 6.06 km |
| Kallakuru | North | 7.12 km |
| Elurupadu | North-West | 7.31 km |
| Bondada | North-East | 7.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kalavapudi
Kalavapudi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Akividu, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhimavaram to Kalavapudi is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Eluru to Kalavapudi is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalavapudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalavapudi 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 Kalavapudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalavapudi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kalavapudi
Where is Kalavapudi located?
Kalavapudi village is located in Kalla Mandal, West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalavapudi?
Kalavapudi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kalavapudi?
The pincode of Kalavapudi is 534236.
What is the population of Kalavapudi?
Kalavapudi has a total population of 7,982, including 4,060 males and 3,922 females.
How many households are there in Kalavapudi?
There are 2,237 households in Kalavapudi.
What is the literacy rate in Kalavapudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalavapudi is 59.41%. Male literacy is 62.00% and female literacy is 56.73%.