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
As per Census 2011, Konam village has a total population of 3,322 people, consisting of 1,506 males and 1,816 females. The village has 781 households and a sex ratio of 1,205 females per 1,000 males. There are 303 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,605 literate and 1,717 illiterate residents. Additionally, 591 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,993 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Konam are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 3,322, including 1,506 males and 1,816 females.
How many households are there in Konam?
There are 781 households in Konam.
What is the literacy rate in Konam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Konam is 48.31%. Male literacy is 49.40% and female literacy is 47.41%.