Nandur - Ponnur, Guntur
Nandur is a village situated in the Ponnur mandal of Guntur district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ponnur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Guntur. Chinnaitikampadu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nandur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nandur is 590372. The village covers a total geographical area of 1187 hectares and falls under the 522315 pincode. Ponnur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Nandur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Nandur
As per Census 2011, Nandur village has a total population of 4,740 people, consisting of 2,386 males and 2,354 females. The village has 1,309 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 464 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,792 literate and 1,948 illiterate residents. Additionally, 981 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 55 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nandur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,740 | 2,386 | 2,354 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 464 | 253 | 211 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 981 | 487 | 494 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 55 | 26 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 2,792 | 1,572 | 1,220 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,948 | 814 | 1,134 |
Nearby Villages of Nandur
Nandur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bodipalem | West | 3.01 km |
| Etheru | South | 3.13 km |
| Mulukuduru | East | 3.42 km |
| Vallabharaopalem | North | 3.78 km |
| Gopapuram | South-West | 3.92 km |
| Palaparthipadu | South-East | 4.23 km |
| Chintalapudi | North-East | 4.27 km |
| Poondla | South-West | 5.32 km |
| Gudipudi | South-East | 5.42 km |
| Vaddemukkala | East | 5.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nandur
Nandur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Machavaram, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Ponnur to Nandur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Guntur to Nandur is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nandur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nandur 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 Nandur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nandur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Nandur
Where is Nandur located?
Nandur village is located in Ponnur Mandal, Guntur district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nandur?
The Gram Panchayat of Nandur is Chinnaitikampadu.
What is the pincode of Nandur?
The pincode of Nandur is 522315.
What is the population of Nandur?
Nandur has a total population of 4,740, including 2,386 males and 2,354 females.
How many households are there in Nandur?
There are 1,309 households in Nandur.
What is the literacy rate in Nandur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nandur is 58.90%. Male literacy is 65.88% and female literacy is 51.83%.