Nandigama
Nandigama 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 Nandigama Block (CD) is 04993. The total area of Nandigama Mandal is 183 km². Nandigama has a sex ratio of approximately 996 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Nandigama Mandal
Nandigama Mandal has a total of 26 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 Nandigama Mandal, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Adiviravulapadu | Adaviravulapadu | Jaggaiahpet (37 km) |
| 2 | Ambarupeta | Ambarupet | Jaggaiahpet (55 km) |
| 3 | Chandapuram | Chandapuram | Jaggaiahpet (43 km) |
| 4 | Damuluru | Damuluru | Jaggaiahpet (49 km) |
| 5 | Gollamudi | Gollamudi | Jaggaiahpet (59 km) |
| 6 | Ithavaram | Ithavaram | Jaggaiahpet (52 km) |
| 7 | Jonnalagadda | Jonnalagadda | Jaggaiahpet (47 km) |
| 8 | Kanchela | Kanchela | Jaggaiahpet (44 km) |
| 9 | Kethaveeruni Padu | Kethaveerunipadu | Jaggaiahpet (42 km) |
| 10 | Konathamatmakuru | Konatamatmakuru | Jaggaiahpet (52 km) |
| 11 | Konduru | Konduru | Jaggaiahpet (43 km) |
| 12 | Kurugantivari Khandrika | Chandapuram | Jaggaiahpet (37 km) |
| 13 | Latchapalem | Lingalapadu | Jaggaiahpet (35 km) |
| 14 | Lingalapadu | Lingalapadu | Jaggaiahpet (33 km) |
| 15 | Magallu | Magallu | Jaggaiahpet (50 km) |
| 16 | Munagacherla | Munagacherla | Jaggaiahpet (27 km) |
| 17 | Nandigama | N/A | Jaggaiahpet (46 km) |
| 18 | Pallagiri | Pallagiri | Jaggaiahpet (35 km) |
| 19 | Pedavaram | Peddavaram | Jaggaiahpet (25 km) |
| 20 | Raghavapuram | Kammavaripalem | Jaggaiahpet (57 km) |
| 21 | Ramireddipalle | Ramireddipalli | Jaggaiahpet (45 km) |
| 22 | Rudravaram | Rudravaram | Jaggaiahpet (56 km) |
| 23 | Satyavaram | Pallagiri | Jaggaiahpet (33 km) |
| 24 | Somavaram | Somavaram | Jaggaiahpet (51 km) |
| 25 | Thakkellapadu | Takkellapadu | Jaggaiahpet (32 km) |
| 26 | Torragudipadu | Torragudipadu | Jaggaiahpet (46 km) |
Population of Nandigama Mandal
The population profile of Nandigama 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 Nandigama 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 | 92,291 | 92,291 | N/A |
| Male Population | 46,218 | 46,218 | N/A |
| Female Population | 46,073 | 46,073 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 9,926 | 9,926 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 5,140 | 5,140 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 4,786 | 4,786 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 56,615 | 56,615 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 31,076 | 31,076 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 25,539 | 25,539 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 35,676 | 35,676 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 15,142 | 15,142 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 20,534 | 20,534 | N/A |
| Total Households | 24,662 | 24,662 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 92,291 people. Includes nearly 46,218 males and 46,073 females. Rural population is about 92,291 people.
- There are around 9,926 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 5,140 boys and 4,786 girls.
- Literate population is about 56,615 people. Non-literate population is around 35,676 people.
- There are nearly 24,662 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Nandigama 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 | 25,659 | 25,659 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 12,828 | 12,828 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 12,831 | 12,831 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 4,303 | 4,303 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 2,150 | 2,150 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 2,153 | 2,153 | N/A |
| Population Density | 503 / km² | 503 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Nandigama Mandal is approximately 25,659 people, including 12,828 males and 12,831 females. Around 25,659 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Nandigama Mandal is about 4,303 people, including 2,150 males and 2,153 females. Around 4,303 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 503 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 503 people per sq. km.