Konam - Cheedikada, Anakapalli
Konam is a village situated in the Cheedikada mandal of Anakapalli district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from Cheedikada and around 80 km from Visakhapatnam. Konam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Konam is 585923. The village covers a total geographical area of 2088 hectares and falls under the 531028 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Konam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Konam
According to the 2011 Census, Konam village had a total population of 3,322 people, including 1,506 males and 1,816 females, living in 781 households. The sex ratio was 1,206 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.16%, with male literacy at 55.19% and female literacy at 51.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 591, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,993.
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 | 3,322 | 1,506 | 1,816 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 303 | 158 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 591 | 113 | 478 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,993 | 1,031 | 962 |
| Literate Population | 1,605 | 744 | 861 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,717 | 762 | 955 |
Nearby Villages of Konam
Konam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manchala | South-East | 3.52 km |
| Karya Bandu | South-West | 4.16 km |
| Kondasompura Agraharam | South | 4.17 km |
| Veerabhadrapeta | South | 4.30 km |
| Valabu | North-East | 4.38 km |
| Sirijam | South | 4.86 km |
| Cheedikada | South-East | 5.82 km |
| Khandivara Agraharam | South | 6.70 km |
| Jaithavaram | South | 7.42 km |
| Garisingi | East | 7.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Konam
Konam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Lakkavarapukota, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Anakapalle to Konam is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Konam is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Konam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Konam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Konam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Konam 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Konam
Where is Konam located?
Konam village is located in Cheedikada Mandal, Anakapalli district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Konam?
Konam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Konam?
The pincode of Konam is 531028.
What is the population of Konam?
Konam had a total population of 3,322, including 1,506 males and 1,816 females.
How many households are there in Konam?
Konam had 781 households.
What is the literacy rate in Konam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Konam was 53.16%. Male literacy was 55.19% and female literacy was 51.53%.