Kandakur - Anantapur Rural, Ananthapuramu
Kandakur is a village situated in the Anantapur Rural mandal of Ananthapuramu district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from Anantapur and around 12 km from Anantapur. Kandukur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kandakur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kandakur is 595093. The village covers a total geographical area of 2266 hectares and falls under the 515721 pincode. Anantapur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Kandakur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raptadu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hindupur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kandakur
As per Census 2011, Kandakur village has a total population of 5,425 people, consisting of 2,775 males and 2,650 females. The village has 1,369 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 637 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,940 literate and 2,485 illiterate residents. Additionally, 779 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kandakur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,425 | 2,775 | 2,650 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 637 | 336 | 301 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 779 | 394 | 385 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,940 | 1,767 | 1,173 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,485 | 1,008 | 1,477 |
Nearby Villages of Kandakur
Kandakur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Hampapuram | South-West | 4.33 km |
| Gangulakunta | North-West | 4.43 km |
| Mannila | South-East | 4.50 km |
| Jangalapalle | West | 4.54 km |
| Chiyyedu | East | 6.42 km |
| Raptadu (part) | North-West | 7.72 km |
| Siddarampuram | North | 8.00 km |
| Bommaparthy | West | 8.06 km |
| Upparapalle | North | 8.08 km |
| Edula Mustur | South-East | 8.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kandakur
Kandakur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Zangalapalle, while the nearest airport is Bellary Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anantapur to Kandakur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kandakur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kandakur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kandakur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kandakur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kandakur
Where is Kandakur located?
Kandakur village is located in Anantapur Rural Mandal, Ananthapuramu district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kandakur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kandakur is Kandukur.
What is the pincode of Kandakur?
The pincode of Kandakur is 515721.
What is the population of Kandakur?
Kandakur has a total population of 5,425, including 2,775 males and 2,650 females.
How many households are there in Kandakur?
There are 1,369 households in Kandakur.
What is the literacy rate in Kandakur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandakur is 54.19%. Male literacy is 63.68% and female literacy is 44.26%.