Palasamudram
Palasamudram 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 Palasamudram Block (CD) is 05432. The total area of Palasamudram Mandal is 215 km². Palasamudram has a sex ratio of approximately 995 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Palasamudram Mandal
Palasamudram Mandal has a total of 19 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 Palasamudram Mandal, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Allipoolagunta | Kodandaramapuram | Chittoor (28 km) |
| 2 | Amudala | Amudala | Chittoor (25 km) |
| 3 | Amudalaputhur | Balakrishnapuram | Chittoor (27 km) |
| 4 | Balakrishnapuram | Balakrishnapuram | Chittoor (28 km) |
| 5 | Gangamambapuram | Gangamambapuram | Chittoor (31 km) |
| 6 | Kaverirajupuram | Amudala | Chittoor (25 km) |
| 7 | Krishnajammapuram | Krishnajammapuram | Chittoor (35 km) |
| 8 | Lakshminarasimha Puram | Amudala | Chittoor (28 km) |
| 9 | Mamidimanumoola | Kodandaramapuram | Chittoor (30 km) |
| 10 | Matavalam | Simharajupuram | Chittoor (37 km) |
| 11 | Narasimhapuram | Narasimhapuram | Chittoor (30 km) |
| 12 | Palasamudram | Palasamudram | Chittoor (36 km) |
| 13 | Ramakrishnapuram | Balakrishnapuram | Chittoor (28 km) |
| 14 | Siddiraju Rangaraju Khandriga | S B R Khandriga | Chittoor (32 km) |
| 15 | Simharajupuram | Simharajupuram | Chittoor (40 km) |
| 16 | Srikaverirajupuram | Krishnajammapuram | Chittoor (38 km) |
| 17 | Tirumalarajupuram | Tirumalarajupuram | Chittoor (32 km) |
| 18 | Vanadurgapuram | Vanadurgapuram | Chittoor (30 km) |
| 19 | Vengalarajukuppam | Vengalarajukuppam | Chittoor (35 km) |
Population of Palasamudram Mandal
The population profile of Palasamudram 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 Palasamudram 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 | 23,657 | 23,657 | N/A |
| Male Population | 11,853 | 11,853 | N/A |
| Female Population | 11,804 | 11,804 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,535 | 2,535 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,304 | 1,304 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,231 | 1,231 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 15,511 | 15,511 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 8,633 | 8,633 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 6,878 | 6,878 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 8,146 | 8,146 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 3,220 | 3,220 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 4,926 | 4,926 | N/A |
| Total Households | 5,514 | 5,514 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 23,657 people. Includes nearly 11,853 males and 11,804 females. Rural population is about 23,657 people.
- There are around 2,535 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 1,304 boys and 1,231 girls.
- Literate population is about 15,511 people. Non-literate population is around 8,146 people.
- There are nearly 5,514 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Palasamudram 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 | 9,255 | 9,255 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 4,638 | 4,638 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 4,617 | 4,617 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 317 | 317 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 161 | 161 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 156 | 156 | N/A |
| Population Density | 110 / km² | 110 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Palasamudram Mandal is approximately 9,255 people, including 4,638 males and 4,617 females. Around 9,255 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Palasamudram Mandal is about 317 people, including 161 males and 156 females. Around 317 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 110 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 110 people per sq. km.