Guntur
Guntur is a district in the Andhra Pradesh State of India. The total area of Guntur district is 11,391 km², which includes 11,075.51 km² of rural area and 315.49 km² of urban area. There are about 691 villages in Guntur district.
For administrative convenience, Guntur district is divided into Tehsils, Blocks, PS, and Community Development Blocks (C.D. Blocks). In many states, Blocks or C.D. Blocks are treated the same as tehsils, though they may have slightly different roles depending on the region.
A Community Development Block is a rural area set aside for administration and development. Each block is managed by a Block Development Officer (BDO) and includes several gram panchayats, which are the local governing bodies at the village level.
There are 56 mandals in Guntur district. Here is the list of all Guntur Mandals / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Mandals in Guntur District
| # | Mandal (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Amaravathi | 213 | 66,277 |
| 2 | Amruthalur | 125 | 44,713 |
| 3 | Atchampet | 211 | 58,447 |
| 4 | Bapatla | 266 | 1,43,825 |
| 5 | Bellamkonda | 358 | 38,455 |
| 6 | Bhattiprolu | 96 | 50,252 |
| 7 | Bollapalle | 707 | 58,086 |
| 8 | Chebrolu | 131 | 72,141 |
| 9 | Cherukupalle H O Arumbaka | 97 | 60,385 |
| 10 | Dachepalle | 286 | 75,233 |
| 11 | Duggirala | 146 | 62,655 |
| 12 | Durgi | 447 | 49,059 |
| 13 | Edlapadu | 182 | 56,321 |
| 14 | Guntur | 193 | 7,79,289 |
| 15 | Gurazala | 261 | 66,070 |
| 16 | Ipur | 204 | 46,714 |
| 17 | Kakumanu | 179 | 40,681 |
| 18 | Karempudi | 222 | 52,367 |
| 19 | Karlapalem | 105 | 50,320 |
| 20 | Kollipara | 111 | 56,662 |
| 21 | Kollur | 118 | 55,323 |
| 22 | Krosuru | 163 | 56,308 |
| 23 | Machavaram | 200 | 52,469 |
| 24 | Macherla | 303 | 1,13,048 |
| 25 | Mangalagiri | 141 | 1,60,303 |
| 26 | Medikonduru | 137 | 60,144 |
| 27 | Muppalla | 132 | 42,509 |
| 28 | Nadendla | 166 | 68,978 |
| 29 | Nagaram | 143 | 50,262 |
| 30 | Narasaraopet | 236 | 2,11,948 |
| 31 | Nekarikallu | 252 | 63,349 |
| 32 | Nizampatnam | 187 | 59,973 |
| 33 | Nuzendla | 353 | 52,853 |
| 34 | Pedakakani | 120 | 73,689 |
| 35 | Pedakurapadu | 140 | 50,030 |
| 36 | Pedanandipadu | 141 | 41,980 |
| 37 | Phirangipuram | 147 | 63,449 |
| 38 | Piduguralla | 261 | 1,22,319 |
| 39 | Pittalavanipalem | 71 | 38,609 |
| 40 | Ponnur | 172 | 1,23,417 |
| 41 | Prathipadu | 122 | 49,390 |
| 42 | Rajupalem | 165 | 45,213 |
| 43 | Rentachintala | 198 | 49,827 |
| 44 | Repalle | 267 | 1,11,989 |
| 45 | Rompicherla | 227 | 62,060 |
| 46 | Sattenapalle | 237 | 1,30,608 |
| 47 | Savalyapuram H O Kanamarlapudi | 147 | 37,994 |
| 48 | Tadepalle | 73 | 99,428 |
| 49 | Tadikonda | 187 | 67,962 |
| 50 | Tenali | 114 | 2,40,031 |
| 51 | Thullur | 185 | 54,081 |
| 52 | Tsundur | 106 | 45,778 |
| 53 | Vatticherukuru | 117 | 45,773 |
| 54 | Veldurthi | 528 | 49,054 |
| 55 | Vemuru | 103 | 43,586 |
| 56 | Vinukonda | 281 | 1,12,498 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Bollapalle is the largest mandal in guntur district, covering an area of 706.78 km², while Pittalavanipalem is the smallest mandal in the district, with an area of 71.43 km². Guntur is the most populous, whereas Savalyapuram H/O Kanamarlapudi is the least populous mandal in guntur district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Bollapalle | Guntur |
| Smallest Tehsil | Pittalavanipalem | Pittalavanipalem |
Population of Guntur District
The population of Guntur offers a clear picture of how people are spread across its villages and towns. In the sections below, you’ll find details about total population, gender-wise distribution, child population, literacy rates, social groups like SC and ST, household count, and population density. Together, this information helps understand the structure and diversity of the district.
Basic Population Details
This section covers important demographic figures of Guntur, including the number of males and females, children aged 0–6, total households, and literacy status in rural and urban areas. These indicators highlight the human development status and help identify gaps in basic services like education and housing.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 48,87,813 | 32,35,075 | 16,52,738 |
| Total Male Population | 24,40,521 | 16,21,491 | 8,19,030 |
| Total Female Population | 24,47,292 | 16,13,584 | 8,33,708 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 4,95,729 | 3,32,761 | 1,62,968 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,54,833 | 1,71,120 | 83,713 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,40,896 | 1,61,641 | 79,255 |
| Literate Population | 29,60,441 | 17,97,934 | 11,62,507 |
| Literate Male Population | 16,34,726 | 10,17,294 | 6,17,432 |
| Literate Female Population | 13,25,715 | 7,80,640 | 5,45,075 |
| Illiterate Population | 19,27,372 | 14,37,141 | 4,90,231 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 8,05,795 | 6,04,197 | 2,01,598 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 11,21,577 | 8,32,944 | 2,88,633 |
| Households | 12,96,609 | 8,77,464 | 4,19,145 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Guntur district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Guntur district is 48,87,813, including 24,40,521 males and 24,47,292 females. In rural areas, it is 32,35,075, including 16,21,491 males and 16,13,584 females. In urban areas, it is 16,52,738, including 8,19,030 males and 8,33,708 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Guntur district is 4,95,729, including 2,54,833 boys and 2,40,896 girls. In rural areas, it is 3,32,761, including 1,71,120 boys and 1,61,641 girls. In urban areas, it is 1,62,968, including 83,713 boys and 79,255 girls.
- Literate population in Guntur district is around 29,60,441, including 16,34,726 males and 13,25,715 females. In rural areas, it is 17,97,934, including 10,17,294 males and 7,80,640 females. In urban areas, it is 11,62,507, including 6,17,432 males and 5,45,075 females.
- Illiterate population in Guntur district is about 19,27,372, including 8,05,795 males and 11,21,577 females. In rural areas, it is 14,37,141, including 6,04,197 males and 8,32,944 females. In urban areas, it is 4,90,231, including 2,01,598 males and 2,88,633 females.
- There are about 12,96,609 households in Guntur district, including 8,77,464 in rural areas and 4,19,145 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Guntur. It also includes data on how densely people live in rural versus urban areas. Together, these figures offer insights into community spread and the pressure on local infrastructure and services.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 9,57,407 | 7,40,117 | 2,17,290 |
| SC Male Population | 4,76,333 | 3,70,856 | 1,05,477 |
| SC Female Population | 4,81,074 | 3,69,261 | 1,11,813 |
| Total ST Population | 2,47,089 | 1,90,905 | 56,184 |
| ST Male Population | 1,25,105 | 96,911 | 28,194 |
| ST Female Population | 1,21,984 | 93,994 | 27,990 |
| Population Density | 429 / km² | 292 / km² | 5,239 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Guntur district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Guntur district is approximately 9,57,407, including 4,76,333 males and 4,81,074 females. In rural areas, it is 7,40,117, including 3,70,856 males and 3,69,261 females. In urban areas, it is 2,17,290, including 1,05,477 males and 1,11,813 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Guntur district is about 2,47,089, including 1,25,105 males and 1,21,984 females. In rural areas, it is 1,90,905, including 96,911 males and 93,994 females. In urban areas, it is 56,184, including 28,194 males and 27,990 females.
- Overall population density of Guntur district is around 429 people per km². Rural areas have about 292 people per km². Urban areas have about 5,239 people per km².