Konkuduru - Biccavolu, East Godavari
Konkuduru is a village situated in the Biccavolu mandal of East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Biccavolu and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Kakinada. Konkuduru village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Konkuduru is 587537. The village covers a total geographical area of 774 hectares and falls under the 533345 pincode. Ramachandrapuram is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Konkuduru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Konkuduru
As per Census 2011, Konkuduru village has a total population of 6,987 people, consisting of 3,449 males and 3,538 females. The village has 2,266 households and a sex ratio of 1,025 females per 1,000 males. There are 624 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,668 literate and 2,319 illiterate residents. Additionally, 896 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 44 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Konkuduru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,987 | 3,449 | 3,538 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 624 | 318 | 306 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 896 | 437 | 459 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 44 | 22 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 4,668 | 2,407 | 2,261 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,319 | 1,042 | 1,277 |
Nearby Villages of Konkuduru
Konkuduru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pyna | East | 2.67 km |
| Voolapalle | North-East | 2.72 km |
| Pandalapaka | North-West | 2.77 km |
| Vedurupaka | South-West | 2.78 km |
| Arikarevula | South-East | 2.91 km |
| Rajupalem | North-East | 3.47 km |
| Nadurubada | South | 3.65 km |
| Melluru | South-East | 3.68 km |
| Tossipudi | North-West | 4.26 km |
| Chintapalle | East | 5.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Konkuduru
Konkuduru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bikkavolu, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Ramachandrapuram to Konkuduru is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Konkuduru is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Konkuduru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Konkuduru 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 Konkuduru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Konkuduru 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Konkuduru
Where is Konkuduru located?
Konkuduru village is located in Biccavolu Mandal, East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Konkuduru?
Konkuduru is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Konkuduru?
The pincode of Konkuduru is 533345.
What is the population of Konkuduru?
Konkuduru has a total population of 6,987, including 3,449 males and 3,538 females.
How many households are there in Konkuduru?
There are 2,266 households in Konkuduru.
What is the literacy rate in Konkuduru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Konkuduru is 66.81%. Male literacy is 69.79% and female literacy is 63.91%.