Pedakakani
Pedakakani is a Town and Mandal in Guntur District of Andhra Pradesh. In India, a mandal is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Pedakakani Block (CD) is 05075. The total area of Pedakakani Mandal is 120 km². Pedakakani has a sex ratio of approximately 1024 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Pedakakani Mandal
Pedakakani Mandal has a total of 10 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Pedakakani Mandal, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Agatha Varappadu | Agathavarappadu | Guntur (4 km) |
| 2 | Anumarlapudi | Anumarlapudi | Tenali (15 km) |
| 3 | Devarayabhotlapalem | Venkatakrishnapuram | Guntur (14 km) |
| 4 | Koppuravuru | Koppuravuru | Guntur (14 km) |
| 5 | Nambur | Namburu | Guntur (14 km) |
| 6 | Pedakakani | Pedakakani | Guntur (8 km) |
| 7 | Takkellapadu | Ramachandrapalem | Guntur (5 km) |
| 8 | Tangellamudi | Tangellamudi | Tenali (16 km) |
| 9 | Uppalapadu | Gollamudi | Guntur (7 km) |
| 10 | Venigandla | Venigandla | Guntur (10 km) |
Population of Pedakakani Mandal
The population profile of Pedakakani Mandal offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Pedakakani Mandal's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 73,689 | 73,689 | N/A |
| Male Population | 36,396 | 36,396 | N/A |
| Female Population | 37,293 | 37,293 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 7,214 | 7,214 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,743 | 3,743 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,471 | 3,471 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 45,243 | 45,243 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 24,439 | 24,439 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 20,804 | 20,804 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 28,446 | 28,446 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 11,957 | 11,957 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 16,489 | 16,489 | N/A |
| Total Households | 19,990 | 19,990 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 73,689 people. Includes nearly 36,396 males and 37,293 females. Rural population is about 73,689 people.
- There are around 7,214 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 3,743 boys and 3,471 girls.
- Literate population is about 45,243 people. Non-literate population is around 28,446 people.
- There are nearly 19,990 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Pedakakani Mandal, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 16,748 | 16,748 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 8,302 | 8,302 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 8,446 | 8,446 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 2,747 | 2,747 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 1,361 | 1,361 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 1,386 | 1,386 | N/A |
| Population Density | 616 / km² | 616 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Pedakakani Mandal is approximately 16,748 people, including 8,302 males and 8,446 females. Around 16,748 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Pedakakani Mandal is about 2,747 people, including 1,361 males and 1,386 females. Around 2,747 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 616 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 616 people per sq. km.