Konanki - Piduguralla, Palnadu
Konanki is a village situated in the Piduguralla mandal of Palnadu district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from Piduguralla and around 65 km from Guntur. Konanki village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Konanki is 589875. The village covers a total geographical area of 1619 hectares and falls under the 522413 pincode. Piduguralla is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Konanki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Konanki
As per Census 2011, Konanki village has a total population of 5,894 people, consisting of 3,072 males and 2,822 females. The village has 1,368 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 788 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,438 literate and 3,456 illiterate residents. Additionally, 969 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 891 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Konanki are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,894 | 3,072 | 2,822 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 788 | 431 | 357 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 969 | 521 | 448 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 891 | 448 | 443 |
| Literate Population | 2,438 | 1,522 | 916 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,456 | 1,550 | 1,906 |
Nearby Villages of Konanki
Konanki 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Papayapalem | North-East | 3.78 km |
| Kubadpuram | South | 4.71 km |
| Pillutla | North-West | 5.18 km |
| Machayapalem | East | 5.38 km |
| Chowtapapayapalem | South-East | 5.89 km |
| Bellamkonda | East | 6.88 km |
| Mallavolu | North-West | 7.15 km |
| Srirukminipuram | North | 7.63 km |
| Chandrajupalem | North-East | 7.84 km |
| Nemalipuri | South | 7.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Konanki
Konanki is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sitaramapuram, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Piduguralla to Konanki is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Guntur to Konanki is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Konanki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Konanki 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 Konanki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Konanki 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 Konanki
Where is Konanki located?
Konanki village is located in Piduguralla Mandal, Palnadu district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Konanki?
Konanki is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Konanki?
The pincode of Konanki is 522413.
What is the population of Konanki?
Konanki has a total population of 5,894, including 3,072 males and 2,822 females.
How many households are there in Konanki?
There are 1,368 households in Konanki.
What is the literacy rate in Konanki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Konanki is 41.36%. Male literacy is 49.54% and female literacy is 32.46%.