Kongatam
Kongatam is a village located in Venkatagirikota mandal of Chittoor district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Venkatagirikota (tehsildar office) and 88km away from district headquarter Chittoor. As per 2009 stats, Kongatam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kongatam unique in its vibrant Venkatagirikota-Chittoor region. You’ll see Kongatam’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kongatam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kongatam is 596791. The village spans a total geographical area of 644 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 517424. Chittoor is nearest town to Kongatam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
Google Map of Kongatam
Population of Kongatam
According to the 2011 Census, Kongatam has a total population of about 2,976, with approximately 1,496 males and 1,480 females. The sex ratio is around 989 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 296 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 349 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.72%, with male literacy at about 60.43% and female literacy near 44.93%. There are around 638 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kongatam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,976 | 1,496 | 1,480 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 296 | 162 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 349 | 176 | 173 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,569 | 904 | 665 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,407 | 592 | 815 |
Connectivity of Kongatam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kongatam. As per the 2011 stats, Kongatam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kongatam
Knowing the nearby villages of Kongatam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kongatam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kongatam
- Where is Kongatam located?
- Kongatam village is situated in Venkatagirikota Mandal, within the Chittoor district of Andhra Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kongatam?
- Kongatam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kongatam?
- The pincode of Kongatam is 517424, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kongatam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kongatam is 2,976, with 1,496 males and 1,480 females.
- How many households are there in Kongatam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kongatam village has a total of 638 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kongatam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kongatam is 52.72%. The male literacy rate is 60.43%, while the female literacy rate is 44.93%.