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Angunukolapellessa, Hambantota
Angunakolapelessa is a rural town located in the Hambantota District of Sri Lanka’s Southern Province. Set inland from the coastal cities of the south, this town lies along the B35 road, connecting Tangalle, Sooriyawewa, and Hambantota, positioning it as an important agrarian hub in the region. Known for its fertile plains, abundant paddy fields, and coconut cultivation, Angunakolapelessa thrives on agriculture and local trade.
Though traditionally a farming town, Angunakolapelessa has been experiencing modest development due to its proximity to national infrastructure projects such as the Southern Expressway, Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport, and the Magampura Mahinda Rajapaksa Port in Hambantota. These developments have improved road access and prompted growing interest in residential land and small-scale investment.
The community is largely Sinhalese and predominantly Buddhist, with a strong social structure built around temples, schools, and local cooperatives. Real estate in Angunakolapelessa remains affordable, with availability of agricultural lands, residential plots, and roadside commercial spaces, making it attractive for long-term agricultural and residential development.
City Insights
Good road access via the B35 and connecting routes to Hambantota and the Southern Expressway; the town is less than an hour’s drive to Mattala Airport and the Hambantota Port.Inland in southern Hambantota District, well-placed between coastal Tangalle and inland Sooriyawewa, with strategic access to logistics corridors.Agriculture dominates the local economy—main crops include paddy, coconut, vegetables, and bananas. The public sector (including the prison service) and retail also provide employment.Historically an agrarian village, it has grown into a small administrative town, especially after being linked more closely with Hambantota’s development projects.A tight-knit community with shared religious values and cooperative-based farming structures; village-level organizations and temples maintain strong civic cohesion.Strong Buddhist traditions, with cultural life revolving around temple festivals, the Sinhala New Year, and religious observances like Poya daysKnown Landmarks
Sri Lanka Prison - Agunukolapellessa
Aluthwewa Purana Viharaya - Agunukolapellessa
New Developments
Currently, there are no new developments reported in this area
What’s great here?
Close proximity to the Southern Expressway and Mattala Airport enhances regional mobility.Well-connected by road to Tangalle, Sooriyawewa, and Hambantota.Local amenities such as divisional secretariat, schools, rural hospitals, and cooperative shops are available.Peaceful, community-oriented lifestyle with reliable access to locally grown food and public services.Low crime environment with a strong sense of community and presence of law enforcement institutions.Clean, green rural setting with extensive farmlands and open skies.
What needs attention?
No direct train access; the nearest station (Beliatta) requires road travel.Limited evening public transport; private vehicles are often necessary for convenience.Lack of large hospitals and higher education institutions—residents depend on Tangalle or Hambantota for specialized services.Few options for entertainment, dining, or recreational activities beyond temple and community events.Emergency response services like ambulances may be delayed in interior parts of the division.Susceptible to seasonal dry spells affecting agriculture.Neighbourhood Rating
3.8
Neighbourhood Rating
3.8
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