Kurnool
Kurnool is a district in the Andhra Pradesh State of India. The total area of Kurnool district is 17,658 km², which includes 17,310.61 km² of rural area and 347.39 km² of urban area. There are about 870 villages in Kurnool district.
For administrative convenience, Kurnool district is divided into Tehsils, Blocks, PS, and Community Development Blocks (C.D. Blocks). In many states, Blocks or C.D. Blocks are treated the same as tehsils, though they may have slightly different roles depending on the region.
A Community Development Block is a rural area set aside for administration and development. Each block is managed by a Block Development Officer (BDO) and includes several gram panchayats, which are the local governing bodies at the village level.
There are 54 mandals in Kurnool district. Here is the list of all Kurnool Mandals / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Mandals in Kurnool District
| # | Mandal (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Adoni | 544 | 2,69,286 |
| 2 | Allagadda | 330 | 79,126 |
| 3 | Alur | 356 | 55,834 |
| 4 | Aspari | 421 | 65,088 |
| 5 | Atmakur | 499 | 76,028 |
| 6 | Banaganapalle | 527 | 1,00,954 |
| 7 | Bandi Atmakur | 529 | 48,592 |
| 8 | Bethamcherla | 360 | 88,726 |
| 9 | C Belagal | 209 | 57,167 |
| 10 | Chagalamarri | 373 | 51,132 |
| 11 | Chippagiri | 295 | 33,400 |
| 12 | Devanakonda | 480 | 71,237 |
| 13 | Dhone | 5 | 59,272 |
| 14 | Dornipadu | 101 | 26,079 |
| 15 | Gadivemula | 324 | 42,810 |
| 16 | Gonegandla | 291 | 73,873 |
| 17 | Gospadu | 130 | 41,066 |
| 18 | Gudur | 164 | 46,266 |
| 19 | Halaharvi | 276 | 41,123 |
| 20 | Holagunda | 339 | 50,592 |
| 21 | Jupadu Bungalow | 225 | 37,666 |
| 22 | Kallur | 347 | 1,96,268 |
| 23 | Kodumur | 234 | 74,594 |
| 24 | Koilkuntla | 213 | 48,559 |
| 25 | Kolimigundla | 333 | 53,601 |
| 26 | Kosigi | 230 | 69,275 |
| 27 | Kothapalle | 427 | 30,362 |
| 28 | Kowthalam | 387 | 78,149 |
| 29 | Krishnagiri | 376 | 47,103 |
| 30 | Kurnool | 341 | 4,06,797 |
| 31 | Maddikera | 241 | 36,834 |
| 32 | Mahanandi | 253 | 38,487 |
| 33 | Mantralayam | 190 | 61,294 |
| 34 | Midthur | 306 | 41,652 |
| 35 | Nandavaram | 265 | 61,215 |
| 36 | Nandikotkur | 178 | 83,748 |
| 37 | Nandyal | 222 | 2,69,368 |
| 38 | Orvakal | 376 | 58,437 |
| 39 | Owk | 493 | 50,452 |
| 40 | Pagidyala | 150 | 35,267 |
| 41 | Pamulapadu | 192 | 40,358 |
| 42 | Panyam | 385 | 51,426 |
| 43 | Pattikonda | 289 | 68,962 |
| 44 | Peapally | 548 | 73,692 |
| 45 | Pedda Kadubur | 219 | 56,966 |
| 46 | Rudravaram | 584 | 49,003 |
| 47 | Sanjamala | 298 | 37,537 |
| 48 | Sirvel | 175 | 58,014 |
| 49 | Srisailam | 491 | 31,834 |
| 50 | Tuggali | 380 | 59,462 |
| 51 | Uyyalawada | 202 | 28,156 |
| 52 | Veldurthi | 324 | 63,120 |
| 53 | Velgode | 358 | 47,850 |
| 54 | Yemmiganur | 316 | 1,69,344 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Rudravaram is the largest mandal in kurnool district by area, while Kurnool is the largest by population. Dornipadu is the smallest mandal in kurnool district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Rudravaram | Kurnool |
| Smallest Tehsil | Dornipadu | Dornipadu |
Population of Kurnool District
The population of Kurnool offers a clear picture of how people are spread across its villages and towns. In the sections below, you’ll find details about total population, gender-wise distribution, child population, literacy rates, social groups like SC and ST, household count, and population density. Together, this information helps understand the structure and diversity of the district.
Basic Population Details
This section covers important demographic figures of Kurnool, including the number of males and females, children aged 0–6, total households, and literacy status in rural and urban areas. These indicators highlight the human development status and help identify gaps in basic services like education and housing.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 40,53,463 | 29,04,177 | 11,49,286 |
| Total Male Population | 20,39,227 | 14,64,569 | 5,74,658 |
| Total Female Population | 20,14,236 | 14,39,608 | 5,74,628 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 5,06,239 | 3,73,171 | 1,33,068 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,61,217 | 1,92,362 | 68,855 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,45,022 | 1,80,809 | 64,213 |
| Literate Population | 21,27,161 | 13,90,459 | 7,36,702 |
| Literate Male Population | 12,46,369 | 8,41,511 | 4,04,858 |
| Literate Female Population | 8,80,792 | 5,48,948 | 3,31,844 |
| Illiterate Population | 19,26,302 | 15,13,718 | 4,12,584 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 7,92,858 | 6,23,058 | 1,69,800 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 11,33,444 | 8,90,660 | 2,42,784 |
| Households | 8,87,652 | 6,39,120 | 2,48,532 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Kurnool district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Kurnool district is 40,53,463, including 20,39,227 males and 20,14,236 females. In rural areas, it is 29,04,177, including 14,64,569 males and 14,39,608 females. In urban areas, it is 11,49,286, including 5,74,658 males and 5,74,628 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Kurnool district is 5,06,239, including 2,61,217 boys and 2,45,022 girls. In rural areas, it is 3,73,171, including 1,92,362 boys and 1,80,809 girls. In urban areas, it is 1,33,068, including 68,855 boys and 64,213 girls.
- Literate population in Kurnool district is around 21,27,161, including 12,46,369 males and 8,80,792 females. In rural areas, it is 13,90,459, including 8,41,511 males and 5,48,948 females. In urban areas, it is 7,36,702, including 4,04,858 males and 3,31,844 females.
- Illiterate population in Kurnool district is about 19,26,302, including 7,92,858 males and 11,33,444 females. In rural areas, it is 15,13,718, including 6,23,058 males and 8,90,660 females. In urban areas, it is 4,12,584, including 1,69,800 males and 2,42,784 females.
- There are about 8,87,652 households in Kurnool district, including 6,39,120 in rural areas and 2,48,532 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Kurnool. It also includes data on how densely people live in rural versus urban areas. Together, these figures offer insights into community spread and the pressure on local infrastructure and services.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 7,37,945 | 5,69,045 | 1,68,900 |
| SC Male Population | 3,70,215 | 2,87,498 | 82,717 |
| SC Female Population | 3,67,730 | 2,81,547 | 86,183 |
| Total ST Population | 82,831 | 64,735 | 18,096 |
| ST Male Population | 42,052 | 32,573 | 9,479 |
| ST Female Population | 40,779 | 32,162 | 8,617 |
| Population Density | 230 / km² | 168 / km² | 3,308 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Kurnool district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Kurnool district is approximately 7,37,945, including 3,70,215 males and 3,67,730 females. In rural areas, it is 5,69,045, including 2,87,498 males and 2,81,547 females. In urban areas, it is 1,68,900, including 82,717 males and 86,183 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Kurnool district is about 82,831, including 42,052 males and 40,779 females. In rural areas, it is 64,735, including 32,573 males and 32,162 females. In urban areas, it is 18,096, including 9,479 males and 8,617 females.
- Overall population density of Kurnool district is around 230 people per km². Rural areas have about 168 people per km². Urban areas have about 3,308 people per km².