Kanupuru - Korukonda, East Godavari
Kanupuru is a village situated in the Korukonda mandal of East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Korukonda and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Kakinada. Kanupuru village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanupuru is 587383. The village covers a total geographical area of 1428 hectares and falls under the 533289 pincode. Rajahmundry is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Kanupuru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kanupuru
As per Census 2011, Kanupuru village has a total population of 4,928 people, consisting of 2,462 males and 2,466 females. The village has 1,448 households and a sex ratio of 1,001 females per 1,000 males. There are 582 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,481 literate and 2,447 illiterate residents. Additionally, 589 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 40 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanupuru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,928 | 2,462 | 2,466 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 582 | 289 | 293 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 589 | 287 | 302 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 19 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 2,481 | 1,221 | 1,260 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,447 | 1,241 | 1,206 |
Nearby Villages of Kanupuru
Kanupuru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rampa Yerrampalem | North-West | 4.00 km |
| Gadarada | South | 4.07 km |
| Singarampalem | South-East | 4.07 km |
| Tirumalayapalem | North-East | 4.10 km |
| Narasapuram | South-West | 4.82 km |
| Gummalladuddi | West | 4.84 km |
| Gokavaram | North-West | 7.00 km |
| Jambupatnam | South-West | 7.09 km |
| Atchutapuram | West | 7.49 km |
| Kalavacherla | South | 8.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kanupuru
Kanupuru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Godavari, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 10.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajahmundry to Kanupuru is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Kanupuru is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanupuru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanupuru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kanupuru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanupuru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kanupuru
Where is Kanupuru located?
Kanupuru village is located in Korukonda Mandal, East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanupuru?
Kanupuru is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kanupuru?
The pincode of Kanupuru is 533289.
What is the population of Kanupuru?
Kanupuru has a total population of 4,928, including 2,462 males and 2,466 females.
How many households are there in Kanupuru?
There are 1,448 households in Kanupuru.
What is the literacy rate in Kanupuru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanupuru is 50.34%. Male literacy is 49.59% and female literacy is 51.09%.