Konda Gunturu - Rajanagaram, East Godavari
Konda Gunturu is a village situated in the Rajanagaram mandal of East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajanagaram and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Kakinada. Konda Gunturu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Konda Gunturu is 587415. The village covers a total geographical area of 1244 hectares and falls under the 533124 pincode. Rajahmundry is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Konda Gunturu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Konda Gunturu
As per Census 2011, Konda Gunturu village has a total population of 6,734 people, consisting of 3,401 males and 3,333 females. The village has 1,878 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 770 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,467 literate and 3,267 illiterate residents. Additionally, 821 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Konda Gunturu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,734 | 3,401 | 3,333 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 770 | 392 | 378 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 821 | 398 | 423 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 3,467 | 1,767 | 1,700 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,267 | 1,634 | 1,633 |
Nearby Villages of Konda Gunturu
Konda Gunturu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kesavaram | South-East | 3.39 km |
| G. Yerrampalem | North-East | 3.42 km |
| Jegurupadu | South | 3.76 km |
| Meruipadu | South | 4.41 km |
| Bhupalapatnam | North | 4.92 km |
| Kadiam | South-West | 5.60 km |
| Velagathodu | South-East | 5.62 km |
| Z.medapadu | South-East | 6.04 km |
| Vemagiri | West | 6.28 km |
| Patha Thungapadu | North-East | 6.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Konda Gunturu
Konda Gunturu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kesavaram, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 14.7 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 Rajahmundry to Konda Gunturu is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Konda Gunturu is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Konda Gunturu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Konda Gunturu 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Konda Gunturu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Konda Gunturu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Konda Gunturu
Where is Konda Gunturu located?
Konda Gunturu village is located in Rajanagaram Mandal, East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Konda Gunturu?
Konda Gunturu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Konda Gunturu?
The pincode of Konda Gunturu is 533124.
What is the population of Konda Gunturu?
Konda Gunturu has a total population of 6,734, including 3,401 males and 3,333 females.
How many households are there in Konda Gunturu?
There are 1,878 households in Konda Gunturu.
What is the literacy rate in Konda Gunturu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Konda Gunturu is 51.49%. Male literacy is 51.96% and female literacy is 51.01%.