Kallakuru - Kalla, West Godavari
Kallakuru is a village situated in the Kalla mandal of West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalla and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Eluru. Kallakuru village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kallakuru is 588741. The village covers a total geographical area of 997 hectares and falls under the 534237 pincode. Bhimavaram is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Kallakuru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kallakuru
As per Census 2011, Kallakuru village has a total population of 3,973 people, consisting of 1,980 males and 1,993 females. The village has 1,159 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 375 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,423 literate and 1,550 illiterate residents. Additionally, 76 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kallakuru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,973 | 1,980 | 1,993 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 375 | 193 | 182 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 36 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 2,423 | 1,278 | 1,145 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,550 | 702 | 848 |
Nearby Villages of Kallakuru
Kallakuru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Doddanapudi | South-East | 2.64 km |
| Elurupadu | West | 2.81 km |
| Cherukumilli | North-West | 3.08 km |
| Kalla | South-East | 4.03 km |
| Kuppanapudi | North | 4.11 km |
| Prathallameraka | South | 4.21 km |
| A.i.bheemavaram | North-West | 4.68 km |
| Kolanapalle | North-East | 4.77 km |
| Seesali | East | 5.46 km |
| Kondangi | South-West | 5.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kallakuru
Kallakuru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Akividu, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhimavaram to Kallakuru is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Eluru to Kallakuru is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kallakuru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kallakuru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kallakuru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kallakuru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kallakuru
Where is Kallakuru located?
Kallakuru village is located in Kalla Mandal, West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kallakuru?
Kallakuru is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kallakuru?
The pincode of Kallakuru is 534237.
What is the population of Kallakuru?
Kallakuru has a total population of 3,973, including 1,980 males and 1,993 females.
How many households are there in Kallakuru?
There are 1,159 households in Kallakuru.
What is the literacy rate in Kallakuru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kallakuru is 60.99%. Male literacy is 64.55% and female literacy is 57.45%.