Ghantasala
Ghantasala is a Town and Mandal in Krishna 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 Ghantasala Block (CD) is 05033. The total area of Ghantasala Mandal is 118 km². Ghantasala has a sex ratio of approximately 986 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Ghantasala Mandal
Ghantasala Mandal has a total of 21 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 Ghantasala Mandal, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Birudugadda | Devarakota | Machilipatnam (30 km) |
| 2 | Bollapadu | Mallampalli | Machilipatnam (29 km) |
| 3 | Chilakalapudi | Chilakalapudi | Machilipatnam (30 km) |
| 4 | China Kallepalle | Chinakallepalli | Machilipatnam (38 km) |
| 5 | Chitturpu | Chiturpu | Machilipatnam (30 km) |
| 6 | Chitturu | Chitturu | Machilipatnam (20 km) |
| 7 | Daliparru | Daliparru | Machilipatnam (21 km) |
| 8 | Devarakota | Devarakota | Machilipatnam (25 km) |
| 9 | Elikala Kuduru | Devarakota | Machilipatnam (30 km) |
| 10 | Endakuduru | Yendakuduru | Machilipatnam (12 km) |
| 11 | Ghantasala | Ghantasala | Machilipatnam (26 km) |
| 12 | Kodali | Kodali | Machilipatnam (30 km) |
| 13 | Kothapalle | Kothapalli | Machilipatnam (38 km) |
| 14 | Lankapalle | Lankapalli | Machilipatnam (17 km) |
| 15 | Mallampalle | Mallampalli | Machilipatnam (30 km) |
| 16 | Pushadam | Pushadam | Machilipatnam (20 km) |
| 17 | Srikakulam | Atchampalem | Machilipatnam (39 km) |
| 18 | Tadepalle | Tadepalli | Machilipatnam (38 km) |
| 19 | Teluguraopalem | Teluguraopalem | Machilipatnam (32 km) |
| 20 | V Rudravaram | V Rudravaram | Machilipatnam (28 km) |
| 21 | Vemulapalle | Vemulapalli | Machilipatnam (39 km) |
Population of Ghantasala Mandal
The population profile of Ghantasala 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 Ghantasala 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 | 40,098 | 40,098 | N/A |
| Male Population | 20,182 | 20,182 | N/A |
| Female Population | 19,916 | 19,916 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,251 | 3,251 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,783 | 1,783 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,468 | 1,468 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 27,212 | 27,212 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 14,319 | 14,319 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 12,893 | 12,893 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 12,886 | 12,886 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 5,863 | 5,863 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 7,023 | 7,023 | N/A |
| Total Households | 12,946 | 12,946 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 40,098 people. Includes nearly 20,182 males and 19,916 females. Rural population is about 40,098 people.
- There are around 3,251 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 1,783 boys and 1,468 girls.
- Literate population is about 27,212 people. Non-literate population is around 12,886 people.
- There are nearly 12,946 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Ghantasala 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 | 14,693 | 14,693 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 7,393 | 7,393 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 7,300 | 7,300 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 1,155 | 1,155 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 585 | 585 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 570 | 570 | N/A |
| Population Density | 341 / km² | 341 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Ghantasala Mandal is approximately 14,693 people, including 7,393 males and 7,300 females. Around 14,693 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Ghantasala Mandal is about 1,155 people, including 585 males and 570 females. Around 1,155 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 341 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 341 people per sq. km.