Kandur - Somala, Annamayya
Kandur is a village situated in the Somala mandal of Annamayya district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from Somala and around 80 km from Chittoor. Kanduru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kandur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kandur is 596499. The village covers a total geographical area of 1673 hectares and falls under the 517257 pincode. Madanapalle is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Kandur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kandur
As per Census 2011, Kandur village has a total population of 4,338 people, consisting of 2,216 males and 2,122 females. The village has 1,173 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 394 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,884 literate and 1,454 illiterate residents. Additionally, 649 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 41 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kandur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,338 | 2,216 | 2,122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 394 | 186 | 208 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 649 | 335 | 314 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 25 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 2,884 | 1,644 | 1,240 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,454 | 572 | 882 |
Nearby Villages of Kandur
Kandur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mittapalle | North-West | 2.39 km |
| Thamminayanipalle | South-West | 2.58 km |
| Kamireddivaripalle | East | 2.80 km |
| Nellimanda | South | 3.86 km |
| Valligatla | East | 4.61 km |
| Guttapalem | North | 5.61 km |
| Vengamvaripalle | West | 6.44 km |
| Chintamakulapalle | North-East | 7.06 km |
| Irikipenta | South | 8.45 km |
| Agraharam | North-West | 8.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kandur
Kandur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kallkiri, while the nearest airport is Vellore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Madanapalle to Kandur is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chittoor to Kandur is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kandur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kandur 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 Kandur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kandur 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 Kandur
Where is Kandur located?
Kandur village is located in Somala Mandal, Annamayya district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kandur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kandur is Kanduru.
What is the pincode of Kandur?
The pincode of Kandur is 517257.
What is the population of Kandur?
Kandur has a total population of 4,338, including 2,216 males and 2,122 females.
How many households are there in Kandur?
There are 1,173 households in Kandur.
What is the literacy rate in Kandur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandur is 66.48%. Male literacy is 74.19% and female literacy is 58.44%.