Penukonda
Penukonda is a village located in Penukonda mandal of Anantapur district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is situated 73km away from district headquarter Penukonda. Penukonda is the sub-district headquarter of Penukonda village. As per 2009 stats, Penukonda Major is the gram panchayat of Penukonda village.
Penukonda has its own place in the vibrant Anantapur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Penukonda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Penukonda is 595435. The village spans a total geographical area of 6555 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 515110. Hindupur is nearest town to Penukonda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 36km away.
Google Map of Penukonda
Population of Penukonda
Below is a concise population overview of Penukonda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 27,382 | 13,860 | 13,522 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,886 | 1,480 | 1,406 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,128 | 1,566 | 1,562 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,173 | 613 | 560 |
| Literate Population | 18,404 | 10,267 | 8,137 |
| Illiterate Population | 8,978 | 3,593 | 5,385 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Penukonda village:
- The total population of Penukonda village is around 27,382, including approximately 13,860 males and 13,522 females, with a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 2,886 children aged 0–6 years in Penukonda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Penukonda village has 3,128 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,173 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Penukonda village is about 67.21%, with male literacy at 74.08% and female literacy at 60.18%.
- There are around 6,752 households in Penukonda village.
Connectivity of Penukonda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Penukonda. As per the 2011 stats, Penukonda 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 village |
Nearby Villages of Penukonda
Knowing the nearby villages of Penukonda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Penukonda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Penukonda
- Where is Penukonda located?
- Penukonda village is situated in Penukonda Mandal, within the Anantapur district of Andhra Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Penukonda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Penukonda is Penukonda Major (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Penukonda?
- The pincode of Penukonda is 515110, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Penukonda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Penukonda is 27,382, with 13,860 males and 13,522 females.
- How many households are there in Penukonda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Penukonda village has a total of 6,752 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Penukonda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Penukonda is 67.21%. The male literacy rate is 74.08%, while the female literacy rate is 60.18%.