Kanekal
Kanekal 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 Kanekal Block (CD) is 05306. The total area of Kanekal Mandal is 401 km². Kanekal has a sex ratio of approximately 974 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Kanekal Mandal
Kanekal Mandal has a total of 17 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 Kanekal Mandal, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bennikal | Bennikal | Sira(karnataka) (24 km) |
| 2 | Bidurukontham | Bidurukuntham | Sira(karnataka) (30 km) |
| 3 | Brahmasamudram | Brahmasamudram | Sira(karnataka) (24 km) |
| 4 | Ganigera | Ganigera | Sira(karnataka) (20 km) |
| 5 | Garudachedu | Garudachedu | Rayadurg (25 km) |
| 6 | Hanakanahal | Hanakanahal | Rayadurg (40 km) |
| 7 | Hulikera | Gopula Puram | Sira(karnataka) (22 km) |
| 8 | Kalekurthi | Kalekurthy | Rayadurg (35 km) |
| 9 | Kanekal | Kanekal | Sira(karnataka) (25 km) |
| 10 | Malyam | Malyam | Rayadurg (35 km) |
| 11 | Meenahalli | Garudachedu | Rayadurg (28 km) |
| 12 | N Hanumapuram | N Hanumapuram | Rayadurg (35 km) |
| 13 | Ratchumarri | Ratchumarri | Sira(karnataka) (22 km) |
| 14 | Sollapuram | Sollapuram | Rayadurg (38 km) |
| 15 | Thumbiganur | Thumbiganur | Rayadurg (24 km) |
| 16 | Udegolam | Udegolam | Sira(karnataka) (23 km) |
| 17 | Yerragunta | Yerragunta | Sira(karnataka) (28 km) |
Population of Kanekal Mandal
The population profile of Kanekal 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 Kanekal 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 | 64,979 | 64,979 | N/A |
| Male Population | 32,908 | 32,908 | N/A |
| Female Population | 32,071 | 32,071 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 7,701 | 7,701 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 4,064 | 4,064 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,637 | 3,637 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 31,666 | 31,666 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 18,589 | 18,589 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 13,077 | 13,077 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 33,313 | 33,313 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 14,319 | 14,319 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 18,994 | 18,994 | N/A |
| Total Households | 13,923 | 13,923 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 64,979 people. Includes nearly 32,908 males and 32,071 females. Rural population is about 64,979 people.
- There are around 7,701 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 4,064 boys and 3,637 girls.
- Literate population is about 31,666 people. Non-literate population is around 33,313 people.
- There are nearly 13,923 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Kanekal 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 | 9,872 | 9,872 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 5,001 | 5,001 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 4,871 | 4,871 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 205 | 205 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 110 | 110 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 95 | 95 | N/A |
| Population Density | 162 / km² | 162 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Kanekal Mandal is approximately 9,872 people, including 5,001 males and 4,871 females. Around 9,872 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Kanekal Mandal is about 205 people, including 110 males and 95 females. Around 205 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 162 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 162 people per sq. km.