Yerragunta - Kanekal, Ananthapuramu
Yerragunta is a village situated in the Kanekal mandal of Ananthapuramu district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from Kanekal and around 120 km from Anantapur. Yerragunta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Yerragunta is 594674. The village covers a total geographical area of 2969 hectares and falls under the 515871 pincode. Sira(karnataka) is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Yerragunta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Yerragunta
As per Census 2011, Yerragunta village has a total population of 6,606 people, consisting of 3,373 males and 3,233 females. The village has 1,419 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 716 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,768 literate and 3,838 illiterate residents. Additionally, 748 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 29 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Yerragunta are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Yerragunta
Yerragunta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ganigera | North-West | 4.08 km |
| Kanekal | South-East | 5.66 km |
| Udegolam | East | 6.37 km |
| Brahmasamudram | North-East | 7.44 km |
| Hulikera | South | 7.86 km |
| Singanahalli | North | 8.01 km |
| Bennikal | North-East | 8.42 km |
| Sreedharaghattu | North | 9.01 km |
| Ratchumarri | South-East | 9.37 km |
| Kolaganahalli | North-West | 10.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Yerragunta
Yerragunta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Somalapuram, while the nearest airport is Bellary Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sira(karnataka) to Yerragunta is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anantapur to Yerragunta is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Yerragunta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Yerragunta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Yerragunta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Yerragunta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Yerragunta
Where is Yerragunta located?
Yerragunta village is located in Kanekal Mandal, Ananthapuramu district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Yerragunta?
Yerragunta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Yerragunta?
The pincode of Yerragunta is 515871.
What is the population of Yerragunta?
Yerragunta has a total population of 6,606, including 3,373 males and 3,233 females.
How many households are there in Yerragunta?
There are 1,419 households in Yerragunta.
What is the literacy rate in Yerragunta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Yerragunta is 41.90%. Male literacy is 48.35% and female literacy is 35.17%.