Konathanapadu - Kankipadu, Krishna
Konathanapadu is a village situated in the Kankipadu mandal of Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kankipadu and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Machilipatnam. Prodduturu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Konathanapadu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Konathanapadu is 589497. The village covers a total geographical area of 190 hectares and falls under the 521151 pincode. Vijayawada is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Konathanapadu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Konathanapadu
As per Census 2011, Konathanapadu village has a total population of 1,681 people, consisting of 1,433 males and 248 females. The village has 211 households and a sex ratio of 173 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,508 literate and 173 illiterate residents. Additionally, 359 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Konathanapadu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,681 | 1,433 | 248 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 36 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 359 | 202 | 157 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 18 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,508 | 1,335 | 173 |
| Illiterate Population | 173 | 98 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Konathanapadu
Konathanapadu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Prodduturu | South-West | 1.54 km |
| Davuluru | South-East | 1.63 km |
| Kolavennu | North-East | 2.41 km |
| Chalivendrapalem | South-East | 2.73 km |
| Neppalle | East | 2.81 km |
| Punadipadu | North | 3.36 km |
| Godavarru | West | 3.53 km |
| Gosala | North-West | 3.82 km |
| Boddapadu | South | 3.92 km |
| Chinapulipaka | South-West | 4.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Konathanapadu
Konathanapadu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Uppalur, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 103.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vijayawada to Konathanapadu is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Konathanapadu is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Konathanapadu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Konathanapadu 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Konathanapadu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Konathanapadu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Konathanapadu
Where is Konathanapadu located?
Konathanapadu village is located in Kankipadu Mandal, Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Konathanapadu?
The Gram Panchayat of Konathanapadu is Prodduturu.
What is the pincode of Konathanapadu?
The pincode of Konathanapadu is 521151.
What is the population of Konathanapadu?
Konathanapadu has a total population of 1,681, including 1,433 males and 248 females.
How many households are there in Konathanapadu?
There are 211 households in Konathanapadu.
What is the literacy rate in Konathanapadu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Konathanapadu is 89.71%. Male literacy is 93.16% and female literacy is 69.76%.