Kaikalur
Kaikalur 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 Kaikalur Block (CD) is 05016. The total area of Kaikalur Mandal is 162 km². Kaikalur has a sex ratio of approximately 996 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Kaikalur Mandal
Kaikalur Mandal has a total of 23 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 Kaikalur Mandal, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Achavaram | Achavaram | Eluru (26 km) |
| 2 | Alapadu | Alapadu | Bhimavaram (30 km) |
| 3 | Atapaka | Atapaka | Eluru (26 km) |
| 4 | Bhujabalapatnam | Bhujabalapatnam | Eluru (35 km) |
| 5 | Doddipatla | Doddipatla | Bhimavaram (30 km) |
| 6 | Gonepadu | Gonepadu | Eluru (28 km) |
| 7 | Gopavaram | Gopavaram | Eluru (28 km) |
| 8 | Kaikalur | Kaikaluru | Eluru (25 km) |
| 9 | Kolletikota | Gummallapadu | Eluru (35 km) |
| 10 | Kottada | Kottada | Eluru (30 km) |
| 11 | Pallevada | Narasaipalem | Bhimavaram (30 km) |
| 12 | Penchikalamarru | Penchikalamarru | Bhimavaram (30 km) |
| 13 | Rachapatnam | Rachapatnam | Eluru (30 km) |
| 14 | Ramavaram | Ramavaram | Bhimavaram (30 km) |
| 15 | Seetanapalle | Seethanapalli | Eluru (35 km) |
| 16 | Singapuram | Bhujabalapatnam | Eluru (28 km) |
| 17 | Someswaram | Alapadu | Bhimavaram (22 km) |
| 18 | Syamalambapuram | Syamalambapuram | Eluru (26 km) |
| 19 | Tamarakollu | Tamarakollu | Eluru (30 km) |
| 20 | Vadarlapadu | Vadarlapadu | Eluru (30 km) |
| 21 | Varahapatnam | Varahapatnam | Eluru (32 km) |
| 22 | Vemavarappadu | Vemavarappadu | Eluru (35 km) |
| 23 | Vinjaram | Vinjaram | Eluru (30 km) |
Population of Kaikalur Mandal
The population profile of Kaikalur 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 Kaikalur 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 | 77,654 | 77,654 | N/A |
| Male Population | 38,890 | 38,890 | N/A |
| Female Population | 38,764 | 38,764 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 7,638 | 7,638 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,965 | 3,965 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,673 | 3,673 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 49,672 | 49,672 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 26,048 | 26,048 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 23,624 | 23,624 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 27,982 | 27,982 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 12,842 | 12,842 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 15,140 | 15,140 | N/A |
| Total Households | 21,660 | 21,660 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 77,654 people. Includes nearly 38,890 males and 38,764 females. Rural population is about 77,654 people.
- There are around 7,638 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 3,965 boys and 3,673 girls.
- Literate population is about 49,672 people. Non-literate population is around 27,982 people.
- There are nearly 21,660 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Kaikalur 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 | 8,973 | 8,973 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 4,473 | 4,473 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 4,500 | 4,500 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 468 | 468 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 236 | 236 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 232 | 232 | N/A |
| Population Density | 479 / km² | 479 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Kaikalur Mandal is approximately 8,973 people, including 4,473 males and 4,500 females. Around 8,973 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Kaikalur Mandal is about 468 people, including 236 males and 232 females. Around 468 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 479 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 479 people per sq. km.