Penuganchiprolu
Penuganchiprolu 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 Penuganchiprolu Block (CD) is 04992. The total area of Penuganchiprolu Mandal is 164 km². Penuganchiprolu has a sex ratio of approximately 1009 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Penuganchiprolu Mandal
Penuganchiprolu Mandal has a total of 13 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 Penuganchiprolu Mandal, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Anigandlapadu | Anigandlapadu | Jaggaiahpet (18 km) |
| 2 | Gummadidurru | Gummadidurru | Jaggaiahpet (20 km) |
| 3 | Kollikulla | Kollikulla | Jaggaiahpet (20 km) |
| 4 | Konakanchi | Konakanchi | Jaggaiahpet (15 km) |
| 5 | Lingagudem | Lingagudem | Jaggaiahpet (18 km) |
| 6 | Muchintala Bodapadu | Muchintala | Jaggaiahpet (20 km) |
| 7 | Mundlapadu | Mundlapadu | Jaggaiahpet (15 km) |
| 8 | Nawabpeta | Nawabpeta | Jaggaiahpet (8 km) |
| 9 | Penuganchiprolu | Penuganchiprolu | Jaggaiahpet (20 km) |
| 10 | Sanagapadu | Sanagapadu | Jaggaiahpet (6 km) |
| 11 | Subbayagudem | Subbayagudem | Jaggaiahpet (20 km) |
| 12 | Thotacherla | Thotacherla | Jaggaiahpet (6 km) |
| 13 | Venkatapuram | Venkatapuram | Jaggaiahpet (22 km) |
Population of Penuganchiprolu Mandal
The population profile of Penuganchiprolu 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 Penuganchiprolu 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 | 51,811 | 51,811 | N/A |
| Male Population | 25,782 | 25,782 | N/A |
| Female Population | 26,029 | 26,029 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 5,284 | 5,284 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,698 | 2,698 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,586 | 2,586 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 28,815 | 28,815 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 16,440 | 16,440 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 12,375 | 12,375 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 22,996 | 22,996 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 9,342 | 9,342 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 13,654 | 13,654 | N/A |
| Total Households | 14,262 | 14,262 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 51,811 people. Includes nearly 25,782 males and 26,029 females. Rural population is about 51,811 people.
- There are around 5,284 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 2,698 boys and 2,586 girls.
- Literate population is about 28,815 people. Non-literate population is around 22,996 people.
- There are nearly 14,262 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Penuganchiprolu 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 | 16,097 | 16,097 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 8,119 | 8,119 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 7,978 | 7,978 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 2,060 | 2,060 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 1,031 | 1,031 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 1,029 | 1,029 | N/A |
| Population Density | 317 / km² | 317 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Penuganchiprolu Mandal is approximately 16,097 people, including 8,119 males and 7,978 females. Around 16,097 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Penuganchiprolu Mandal is about 2,060 people, including 1,031 males and 1,029 females. Around 2,060 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 317 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 317 people per sq. km.