Yerragunta
Yerragunta is a village located in Kanekal mandal of Anantapur district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Kanekal (tehsildar office) and 120km away from district headquarter Anantapur. As per 2009 stats, Yerragunta village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Yerragunta unique in its vibrant Kanekal-Anantapur region. You’ll see Yerragunta’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Yerragunta
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Yerragunta is 594674. The village spans a total geographical area of 2969 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 515871. Sira(karnataka) is nearest town to Yerragunta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
Google Map of Yerragunta
Population of Yerragunta
According to the 2011 Census, Yerragunta has a total population of about 6,606, with approximately 3,373 males and 3,233 females. The sex ratio is around 958 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 716 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 748 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 29. The overall literacy rate is approximately 41.90%, with male literacy at about 48.35% and female literacy near 35.17%. There are around 1,419 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Yerragunta's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,606 | 3,373 | 3,233 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 716 | 377 | 339 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 748 | 406 | 342 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 19 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 2,768 | 1,631 | 1,137 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,838 | 1,742 | 2,096 |
Connectivity of Yerragunta
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Yerragunta. As per the 2011 stats, Yerragunta had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Yerragunta
Knowing the nearby villages of Yerragunta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Yerragunta.
Frequently Asked Questions about Yerragunta
- Where is Yerragunta located?
- Yerragunta village is situated in Kanekal Mandal, within the Anantapur district of Andhra Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Yerragunta?
- Yerragunta serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Yerragunta?
- The pincode of Yerragunta is 515871, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Yerragunta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Yerragunta is 6,606, with 3,373 males and 3,233 females.
- How many households are there in Yerragunta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Yerragunta village has a total of 1,419 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Yerragunta as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Yerragunta is 41.90%. The male literacy rate is 48.35%, while the female literacy rate is 35.17%.