Gandlapenta
Gandlapenta is a Town and Mandal in Anantapur District of Andhra Pradesh. In India, a mandal is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Gandlapenta Block (CD) is 05342. The total area of Gandlapenta Mandal is 190 km². Gandlapenta has a sex ratio of approximately 984 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Gandlapenta Mandal
Gandlapenta Mandal has a total of 13 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Gandlapenta Mandal, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chamachenubylu | Malameedapalli | Kadiri (28 km) |
| 2 | Chamalagondi | Chamalagondi | Kadiri (20 km) |
| 3 | Gandlapenta | Gandlapenta | Kadiri (12 km) |
| 4 | Godduvelagala | Godduvelagala | Kadiri (12 km) |
| 5 | Jeenulakunta | Jeenulakunta | Kadiri (18 km) |
| 6 | Kamathampalle | Maddivarigondi | Kadiri (7 km) |
| 7 | Kurumamidi | Kurumamidi | Kadiri (20 km) |
| 8 | Maddivarigondi | Maddivarigondi | Kadiri (8 km) |
| 9 | Maduguvanigondi | Somayajulapalli | Kadiri (14 km) |
| 10 | Malameedapalle | Malameedapalli | Kadiri (24 km) |
| 11 | Somayajulapalle | Somayajulapalli | Kadiri (14 km) |
| 12 | Thummalabylu | Thummalabylu | Kadiri (15 km) |
| 13 | Veparala | Veparala | Kadiri (15 km) |
Population of Gandlapenta Mandal
The population profile of Gandlapenta Mandal offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Gandlapenta Mandal's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 26,183 | 26,183 | N/A |
| Male Population | 13,191 | 13,191 | N/A |
| Female Population | 12,992 | 12,992 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,999 | 2,999 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,592 | 1,592 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,407 | 1,407 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 13,583 | 13,583 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 8,375 | 8,375 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 5,208 | 5,208 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 12,600 | 12,600 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 4,816 | 4,816 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 7,784 | 7,784 | N/A |
| Total Households | 6,687 | 6,687 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 26,183 people. Includes nearly 13,191 males and 12,992 females. Rural population is about 26,183 people.
- There are around 2,999 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 1,592 boys and 1,407 girls.
- Literate population is about 13,583 people. Non-literate population is around 12,600 people.
- There are nearly 6,687 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Gandlapenta Mandal, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 2,629 | 2,629 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 1,291 | 1,291 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 1,338 | 1,338 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 2,465 | 2,465 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 1,273 | 1,273 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 1,192 | 1,192 | N/A |
| Population Density | 138 / km² | 138 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Gandlapenta Mandal is approximately 2,629 people, including 1,291 males and 1,338 females. Around 2,629 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Gandlapenta Mandal is about 2,465 people, including 1,273 males and 1,192 females. Around 2,465 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 138 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 138 people per sq. km.