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. Kotha Lankapally serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lankapalli village.
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
As per Census 2011, Lankapalli village has a total population of 3,001 people, consisting of 1,456 males and 1,545 females. The village has 781 households and a sex ratio of 1,061 females per 1,000 males. There are 299 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,723 literate and 1,278 illiterate residents. Additionally, 535 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 446 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lankapalli are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Lankapalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Lankapalli is Kotha Lankapally.
What is the pincode of Lankapalli?
The pincode of Lankapalli is 507302.
What is the population of Lankapalli?
Lankapalli has a total population of 3,001, including 1,456 males and 1,545 females.
How many households are there in Lankapalli?
There are 781 households in Lankapalli.
What is the literacy rate in Lankapalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lankapalli is 57.41%. Male literacy is 62.71% and female literacy is 52.43%.