Kona - Machilipatnam South, Krishna
Kona is a village situated in the Machilipatnam South mandal of Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from Machilipatnam and around 20 km from Machilipatnam. Kona village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kona is 589739. The village covers a total geographical area of 2933 hectares and falls under the 521003 pincode. Machilipatnam is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kona
As per Census 2011, Kona village has a total population of 3,124 people, consisting of 1,574 males and 1,550 females. The village has 875 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 252 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,999 literate and 1,125 illiterate residents. Additionally, 551 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kona are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,124 | 1,574 | 1,550 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 252 | 134 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 551 | 267 | 284 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,999 | 1,046 | 953 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,125 | 528 | 597 |
Nearby Villages of Kona
Kona 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gundupalem | North-West | 4.04 km |
| Chinnapuram | North-West | 4.53 km |
| Rudravaram | North | 4.98 km |
| Pedapatnam | South-West | 5.13 km |
| Nelakurru | West | 5.95 km |
| Palletummalapalem | South-East | 6.40 km |
| Bhogireddipalle | West | 8.55 km |
| Majeru | North-West | 8.61 km |
| Pittallanka | West | 8.79 km |
| Salempalem | South-West | 9.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kona
Kona is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Machilipatnam, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 105.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Machilipatnam to Kona is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kona village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kona 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 Kona
Where is Kona located?
Kona village is located in Machilipatnam South Mandal, Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kona?
Kona is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kona?
The pincode of Kona is 521003.
What is the population of Kona?
Kona has a total population of 3,124, including 1,574 males and 1,550 females.
How many households are there in Kona?
There are 875 households in Kona.
What is the literacy rate in Kona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kona is 63.99%. Male literacy is 66.45% and female literacy is 61.48%.