Kanavaram - Rajanagaram, East Godavari
Kanavaram is a village situated in the Rajanagaram mandal of East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajanagaram and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Kakinada. Kanavaram village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanavaram is 587410. The village covers a total geographical area of 2594 hectares and falls under the 533296 pincode. Rajahmundry is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Kanavaram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kanavaram
As per Census 2011, Kanavaram village has a total population of 6,703 people, consisting of 3,350 males and 3,353 females. The village has 1,819 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 757 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,513 literate and 3,190 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,742 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanavaram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,703 | 3,350 | 3,353 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 757 | 376 | 381 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,742 | 880 | 862 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 3,513 | 1,761 | 1,752 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,190 | 1,589 | 1,601 |
Nearby Villages of Kanavaram
Kanavaram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| South Thirupathi Rajapuram | North | 3.24 km |
| Elakolanu | South-East | 4.01 km |
| Thokada | South | 4.95 km |
| Vadisaleru | North-East | 5.45 km |
| Mukundavaram | East | 5.62 km |
| Srikrishnapatnam | South-West | 6.28 km |
| Veerampalem | South-East | 6.76 km |
| Patha Thungapadu | South-West | 6.97 km |
| Subhadrampeta | East | 7.25 km |
| Mukkinada | South-East | 8.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kanavaram
Kanavaram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Balabhadrapuram, 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajahmundry to Kanavaram is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Kanavaram is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanavaram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanavaram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kanavaram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanavaram 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Kanavaram
Where is Kanavaram located?
Kanavaram village is located in Rajanagaram Mandal, East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanavaram?
Kanavaram is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kanavaram?
The pincode of Kanavaram is 533296.
What is the population of Kanavaram?
Kanavaram has a total population of 6,703, including 3,350 males and 3,353 females.
How many households are there in Kanavaram?
There are 1,819 households in Kanavaram.
What is the literacy rate in Kanavaram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanavaram is 52.41%. Male literacy is 52.57% and female literacy is 52.25%.