Lankapalli - Penuballi, Khammam
Lankapalli is a village situated in the Penuballi mandal of Khammam district, Telangana. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Penuballi and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Khammam. Lankapalli village is a designated Grama Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lankapalli is 579579. The village covers a total geographical area of 1491 hectares and falls under the 507302 pincode. Sathupalle is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Lankapalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sathupalli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khammam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lankapalli
According to the 2011 Census, Lankapalli village had a total population of 3,001 people, including 1,456 males and 1,545 females, living in 781 households. The sex ratio was 1,061 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.77%, with male literacy at 70.50% and female literacy at 57.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 535, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 446.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,001 | 1,456 | 1,545 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 299 | 161 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 535 | 256 | 279 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 446 | 223 | 223 |
| Literate Population | 1,723 | 913 | 810 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,278 | 543 | 735 |
Nearby Villages of Lankapalli
Lankapalli is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Lankapalli
Lankapalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sathupalle to Lankapalli is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Lankapalli is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lankapalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lankapalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lankapalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lankapalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lankapalli
Where is Lankapalli located?
Lankapalli village is located in Penuballi Mandal, Khammam district, Telangana, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Lankapalli?
Lankapalli is its own Grama Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lankapalli?
The pincode of Lankapalli is 507302.
What is the population of Lankapalli?
Lankapalli had a total population of 3,001, including 1,456 males and 1,545 females.
How many households are there in Lankapalli?
Lankapalli had 781 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lankapalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lankapalli was 63.77%. Male literacy was 70.50% and female literacy was 57.57%.