Kanchela
Kanchela is a village located in Nandigama mandal of Krishna district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Nandigama (tehsildar office) and 117km away from district headquarter Machilipatnam. As per 2009 stats, Kanchela village is also a gram panchayat.
Kanchela has its own place in the vibrant Krishna region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Kanchela
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanchela is 588880. The village spans a total geographical area of 921 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 521185. Jaggaiahpet is nearest town to Kanchela village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 44km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kanchela village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Nandigama Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Vijayawada Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kanchela
Population of Kanchela
Below is a concise population overview of Kanchela as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,027 | 1,014 | 1,013 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 227 | 116 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 303 | 160 | 143 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,112 | 620 | 492 |
| Illiterate Population | 915 | 394 | 521 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kanchela village:
- The total population of Kanchela village is around 2,027, including approximately 1,014 males and 1,013 females, with a sex ratio of 999 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 227 children aged 0–6 years in Kanchela village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kanchela village has 303 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 5 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kanchela village is about 54.86%, with male literacy at 61.14% and female literacy at 48.57%.
- There are around 558 households in Kanchela village.
Connectivity of Kanchela
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanchela. As per the 2011 stats, Kanchela had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanchela
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanchela helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanchela.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanchela
- Where is Kanchela located?
- Kanchela village is situated in Nandigama Mandal, within the Krishna district of Andhra Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanchela?
- Kanchela serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kanchela?
- The pincode of Kanchela is 521185, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanchela as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanchela is 2,027, with 1,014 males and 1,013 females.
- How many households are there in Kanchela as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanchela village has a total of 558 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanchela as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanchela is 54.86%. The male literacy rate is 61.14%, while the female literacy rate is 48.57%.