Kalipatnam - Mogalthur, West Godavari
Kalipatnam is a village situated in the Mogalthur mandal of West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mogalthur and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Eluru. Jagannathapuram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalipatnam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalipatnam is 588753. The village covers a total geographical area of 3068 hectares and falls under the 534281 pincode. Narasapur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kalipatnam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kalipatnam
As per Census 2011, Kalipatnam village has a total population of 11,839 people, consisting of 5,832 males and 6,007 females. The village has 3,378 households and a sex ratio of 1,030 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,183 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 7,246 literate and 4,593 illiterate residents. Additionally, 944 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 47 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalipatnam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,839 | 5,832 | 6,007 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,183 | 599 | 584 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 944 | 468 | 476 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 18 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 7,246 | 3,821 | 3,425 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,593 | 2,011 | 2,582 |
Nearby Villages of Kalipatnam
Kalipatnam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chinagollapalem | South | 4.26 km |
| Losarigutlapadu | North-West | 5.16 km |
| Mutyalapalle | East | 5.84 km |
| Vempa | North-East | 6.72 km |
| Perupalem | South-East | 7.22 km |
| Dirusumarru | North | 7.35 km |
| Laxmipuram | West | 9.23 km |
| Anakoderu | North | 10.17 km |
| Seripalem | North-East | 10.18 km |
| Yenamadurru | North | 10.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kalipatnam
Kalipatnam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bhimavaram Junction, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narasapur to Kalipatnam is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Eluru to Kalipatnam is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalipatnam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalipatnam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kalipatnam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalipatnam 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 Kalipatnam
Where is Kalipatnam located?
Kalipatnam village is located in Mogalthur Mandal, West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalipatnam?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalipatnam is Jagannathapuram.
What is the pincode of Kalipatnam?
The pincode of Kalipatnam is 534281.
What is the population of Kalipatnam?
Kalipatnam has a total population of 11,839, including 5,832 males and 6,007 females.
How many households are there in Kalipatnam?
There are 3,378 households in Kalipatnam.
What is the literacy rate in Kalipatnam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalipatnam is 61.20%. Male literacy is 65.52% and female literacy is 57.02%.