Anantapur
Anantapur is a district in the Andhra Pradesh State of India. The total area of Anantapur district is 19,130 km², which includes 18,753.11 km² of rural area and 376.89 km² of urban area. There are about 921 villages in Anantapur district.
For administrative convenience, Anantapur district is divided into Tehsils, Blocks, PS, and Community Development Blocks (C.D. Blocks). In many states, Blocks or C.D. Blocks are treated the same as tehsils, though they may have slightly different roles depending on the region.
A Community Development Block is a rural area set aside for administration and development. Each block is managed by a Block Development Officer (BDO) and includes several gram panchayats, which are the local governing bodies at the village level.
There are 63 mandals in Anantapur district. Here is the list of all Anantapur Mandals / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Mandals in Anantapur District
# | Mandal (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
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1 | Agali | 123 | 36,253 |
2 | Amadagur | 256 | 29,520 |
3 | Amarapuram | 218 | 55,771 |
4 | Anantapur | 278 | 3,88,023 |
5 | Atmakur | 311 | 38,970 |
6 | Bathalapalle | 230 | 39,373 |
7 | Beluguppa | 329 | 43,735 |
8 | Bommanahal | 303 | 55,989 |
9 | Brahmasamudram | 295 | 43,162 |
10 | Bukkapatnam | 326 | 40,149 |
11 | Bukkaraya Samudram | 266 | 67,384 |
12 | Chennekothapalle | 365 | 44,351 |
13 | Chilamathur | 250 | 51,456 |
14 | D Hirehal | 337 | 46,613 |
15 | Dharmavaram | 375 | 1,72,479 |
16 | Gandlapenta | 190 | 26,183 |
17 | Garladinne | 294 | 53,780 |
18 | Gooty | 309 | 88,887 |
19 | Gorantla | 357 | 77,271 |
20 | Gudibanda | 242 | 52,610 |
21 | Gummagatta | 224 | 49,207 |
22 | Guntakal | 402 | 1,71,655 |
23 | Hindupur | 200 | 2,03,538 |
24 | Kadiri | 243 | 1,25,373 |
25 | Kalyandurg | 491 | 89,879 |
26 | Kambadur | 394 | 50,799 |
27 | Kanaganapalle | 424 | 39,673 |
28 | Kanekal | 401 | 64,979 |
29 | Kothacheruvu | 244 | 39,046 |
30 | Kudair | 392 | 38,312 |
31 | Kundurpi | 294 | 53,180 |
32 | Lepakshi | 151 | 45,122 |
33 | Madakasira | 335 | 81,227 |
34 | Mudigubba | 554 | 60,469 |
35 | Nallacheruvu | 147 | 31,036 |
36 | Nallamada | 272 | 41,376 |
37 | Nambulipulikunta | 362 | 31,404 |
38 | Narpala | 272 | 54,973 |
39 | Obuladevaracheruvu | 273 | 48,308 |
40 | Pamidi | 291 | 55,303 |
41 | Parigi | 151 | 58,225 |
42 | Peddapappur | 228 | 34,629 |
43 | Peddavadugur | 294 | 45,771 |
44 | Penukonda | 302 | 55,383 |
45 | Putlur | 342 | 36,902 |
46 | Puttaparthi | 237 | 59,000 |
47 | Ramagiri | 338 | 34,001 |
48 | Raptadu | 267 | 38,057 |
49 | Rayadurg | 342 | 1,02,691 |
50 | Roddam | 364 | 51,168 |
51 | Rolla | 162 | 39,964 |
52 | Settur | 327 | 43,172 |
53 | Singanamala | 320 | 43,643 |
54 | Somandepalle | 220 | 47,591 |
55 | Tadimarri | 258 | 32,385 |
56 | Tadpatri | 361 | 1,65,872 |
57 | Talupula | 430 | 42,392 |
58 | Tanakal | 353 | 47,946 |
59 | Uravakonda | 393 | 80,201 |
60 | Vajrakarur | 400 | 50,007 |
61 | Vidapanakal | 376 | 53,476 |
62 | Yadiki | 341 | 56,122 |
63 | Yellanur | 304 | 35,732 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Mudigubba is the largest mandal in anantapur district, covering an area of 553.95 km², while Agali is the smallest mandal in the district, with an area of 123.36 km². Anantapur is the most populous, whereas Gandlapenta is the least populous mandal in anantapur district.
Particulars | Area | Population |
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Lartest Tehsil | Mudigubba | Anantapur |
Smallest Tehsil | Agali | Agali |
Population of Anantapur District
The population of Anantapur offers a clear picture of how people are spread across its villages and towns. In the sections below, you’ll find details about total population, gender-wise distribution, child population, literacy rates, social groups like SC and ST, household count, and population density. Together, this information helps understand the structure and diversity of the district.
Basic Population Details
This section covers important demographic figures of Anantapur, including the number of males and females, children aged 0–6, total households, and literacy status in rural and urban areas. These indicators highlight the human development status and help identify gaps in basic services like education and housing.
Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
---|---|---|---|
Total Population | 40,81,148 | 29,35,437 | 11,45,711 |
Total Male Population | 20,64,495 | 14,89,157 | 5,75,338 |
Total Female Population | 20,16,653 | 14,46,280 | 5,70,373 |
Child Population (Age 0–6) | 4,45,956 | 3,23,884 | 1,22,072 |
Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,31,369 | 1,67,977 | 63,392 |
Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,14,587 | 1,55,907 | 58,680 |
Literate Population | 23,10,960 | 15,46,394 | 7,64,566 |
Literate Male Population | 13,38,474 | 9,17,058 | 4,21,416 |
Literate Female Population | 9,72,486 | 6,29,336 | 3,43,150 |
Illiterate Population | 17,70,188 | 13,89,043 | 3,81,145 |
Illiterate Male Population | 7,26,021 | 5,72,099 | 1,53,922 |
Illiterate Female Population | 10,44,167 | 8,16,944 | 2,27,223 |
Households | 9,68,160 | 7,00,366 | 2,67,794 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Anantapur district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Anantapur district is 40,81,148, including 20,64,495 males and 20,16,653 females. In rural areas, it is 29,35,437, including 14,89,157 males and 14,46,280 females. In urban areas, it is 11,45,711, including 5,75,338 males and 5,70,373 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Anantapur district is 4,45,956, including 2,31,369 boys and 2,14,587 girls. In rural areas, it is 3,23,884, including 1,67,977 boys and 1,55,907 girls. In urban areas, it is 1,22,072, including 63,392 boys and 58,680 girls.
- Literate population in Anantapur district is around 23,10,960, including 13,38,474 males and 9,72,486 females. In rural areas, it is 15,46,394, including 9,17,058 males and 6,29,336 females. In urban areas, it is 7,64,566, including 4,21,416 males and 3,43,150 females.
- Illiterate population in Anantapur district is about 17,70,188, including 7,26,021 males and 10,44,167 females. In rural areas, it is 13,89,043, including 5,72,099 males and 8,16,944 females. In urban areas, it is 3,81,145, including 1,53,922 males and 2,27,223 females.
- There are about 9,68,160 households in Anantapur district, including 7,00,366 in rural areas and 2,67,794 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Anantapur. It also includes data on how densely people live in rural versus urban areas. Together, these figures offer insights into community spread and the pressure on local infrastructure and services.
Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
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Total SC Population | 5,83,135 | 4,75,929 | 1,07,206 |
SC Male Population | 2,92,379 | 2,39,604 | 52,775 |
SC Female Population | 2,90,756 | 2,36,325 | 54,431 |
Total ST Population | 1,54,127 | 1,26,362 | 27,765 |
ST Male Population | 78,573 | 64,563 | 14,010 |
ST Female Population | 75,554 | 61,799 | 13,755 |
Population Density | 213 / km² | 157 / km² | 3,040 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Anantapur district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Anantapur district is approximately 5,83,135, including 2,92,379 males and 2,90,756 females. In rural areas, it is 4,75,929, including 2,39,604 males and 2,36,325 females. In urban areas, it is 1,07,206, including 52,775 males and 54,431 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Anantapur district is about 1,54,127, including 78,573 males and 75,554 females. In rural areas, it is 1,26,362, including 64,563 males and 61,799 females. In urban areas, it is 27,765, including 14,010 males and 13,755 females.
- Overall population density of Anantapur district is around 213 people per km². Rural areas have about 157 people per km². Urban areas have about 3,040 people per km².