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.
Here you can discover what makes Penukonda unique in its vibrant Penukonda-Anantapur region. You’ll see Penukonda’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Penukonda has a total population of about 27,382, with approximately 13,860 males and 13,522 females. The sex ratio is around 975 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 2,886 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 3,128 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,173. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.21%, with male literacy at about 74.08% and female literacy near 60.18%. There are around 6,752 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Penukonda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.