Chandragiri
Chandragiri is a Town and Mandal in Chittoor District of Andhra Pradesh. In India, a mandal is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Chandragiri Block (CD) is 05384. The total area of Chandragiri Mandal is 328 km². Chandragiri has a sex ratio of approximately 1021 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Chandragiri Mandal
Chandragiri Mandal has a total of 23 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Chandragiri Mandal, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Agarala | Agarala | Tirupati (16 km) |
| 2 | Arepalle | Arepalle Rangam Peta | Tirupati (20 km) |
| 3 | Bheemavaram | Bheemavaram | Tirupati (22 km) |
| 4 | Chandragiri | Chandragiri | Tirupati (12 km) |
| 5 | Chinna Rama Puram | B Kongaravari Palle | Tirupati (21 km) |
| 6 | Chintagunta | Sanambatla | Tirupati (12 km) |
| 7 | Dornakambala | Dornakambala | Tirupati (17 km) |
| 8 | Ithepalle | A Gurrappagari Palle | Tirupati (15 km) |
| 9 | Kalroadpalle | Kalroadpalle | Tirupati (26 km) |
| 10 | Kondreddy Khandriga | Bheemavaram | Tirupati (22 km) |
| 11 | Kotala | Kotala | Tirupati (20 km) |
| 12 | Mamandur | Mamandur | Tirupati (17 km) |
| 13 | Mittapalem | Buchinaidupalem | Tirupati (10 km) |
| 14 | Mungilipattukothapalle | M Kongaravari Palle | Tirupati (20 km) |
| 15 | Nagapatla | Arepalle Rangam Peta | Tirupati (20 km) |
| 16 | Narasinga Puram | Narasinga Puram | Tirupati (12 km) |
| 17 | Panapakam | Panapakam | Tirupati (30 km) |
| 18 | Pullaiahgari Palle | Bandarla Palle | Tirupati (20 km) |
| 19 | Ramireddi Palle | Ramireddipalle | Tirupati (18 km) |
| 20 | Reddivaripalle | Reddivaripalle | Tirupati (12 km) |
| 21 | Sanambatla | Sanambatla | Tirupati (12 km) |
| 22 | Sesha Puram | Kandulavari Palle | Tirupati (20 km) |
| 23 | Thondawada | Chandragiri | Tirupati (10 km) |
Population of Chandragiri Mandal
The population profile of Chandragiri Mandal offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Chandragiri Mandal's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 57,286 | 57,286 | N/A |
| Male Population | 28,334 | 28,334 | N/A |
| Female Population | 28,952 | 28,952 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 5,567 | 5,567 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,881 | 2,881 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,686 | 2,686 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 38,265 | 38,265 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 20,908 | 20,908 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 17,357 | 17,357 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 19,021 | 19,021 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 7,426 | 7,426 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 11,595 | 11,595 | N/A |
| Total Households | 14,904 | 14,904 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 57,286 people. Includes nearly 28,334 males and 28,952 females. Rural population is about 57,286 people.
- There are around 5,567 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 2,881 boys and 2,686 girls.
- Literate population is about 38,265 people. Non-literate population is around 19,021 people.
- There are nearly 14,904 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Chandragiri Mandal, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 12,534 | 12,534 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 6,137 | 6,137 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 6,397 | 6,397 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 3,489 | 3,489 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 1,797 | 1,797 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 1,692 | 1,692 | N/A |
| Population Density | 174 / km² | 174 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Chandragiri Mandal is approximately 12,534 people, including 6,137 males and 6,397 females. Around 12,534 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Chandragiri Mandal is about 3,489 people, including 1,797 males and 1,692 females. Around 3,489 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 174 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 174 people per sq. km.