Devanakonda
Devanakonda is a Town and Mandal in Kurnool 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 Devanakonda Block (CD) is 05276. The total area of Devanakonda Mandal is 480 km². Devanakonda has a sex ratio of approximately 958 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Devanakonda Mandal
Devanakonda Mandal has a total of 15 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 Devanakonda Mandal, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chellelichelimala | Chellelichelimala | Yemmiganur (35 km) |
| 2 | Devanakonda | Devanakonda | Yemmiganur (28 km) |
| 3 | Gundlakonda | Gundlakonda | Yemmiganur (30 km) |
| 4 | Jilledubudakala | Jilledubudakala | Yemmiganur (30 km) |
| 5 | Kappatralla | Kappatralla | Yemmiganur (26 km) |
| 6 | Karivemula | Karivemula | Yemmiganur (26 km) |
| 7 | Kunkanur | Kunkanur | Yemmiganur (22 km) |
| 8 | Machapuram | Machapuram | Yemmiganur (33 km) |
| 9 | Nallachelimal | Nallachelimala | Yemmiganur (40 km) |
| 10 | P Kotakonda | P Kotakonda | Yemmiganur (30 km) |
| 11 | Palakurthy | Iranbanda | Yemmiganur (19 km) |
| 12 | Potlapadu | Potlapadu | Yemmiganur (20 km) |
| 13 | S Thimmapuram | P Kotakonda | Kurnool (47 km) |
| 14 | Ternekal | Ternekal | Yemmiganur (15 km) |
| 15 | Velamakuru | Alarudinne | Yemmiganur (30 km) |
Population of Devanakonda Mandal
The population profile of Devanakonda 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 Devanakonda 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 | 71,237 | 71,237 | N/A |
| Male Population | 36,374 | 36,374 | N/A |
| Female Population | 34,863 | 34,863 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 10,619 | 10,619 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 5,443 | 5,443 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 5,176 | 5,176 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 27,871 | 27,871 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 18,104 | 18,104 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 9,767 | 9,767 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 43,366 | 43,366 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 18,270 | 18,270 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 25,096 | 25,096 | N/A |
| Total Households | 14,187 | 14,187 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 71,237 people. Includes nearly 36,374 males and 34,863 females. Rural population is about 71,237 people.
- There are around 10,619 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 5,443 boys and 5,176 girls.
- Literate population is about 27,871 people. Non-literate population is around 43,366 people.
- There are nearly 14,187 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Devanakonda 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 | 12,584 | 12,584 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 6,444 | 6,444 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 6,140 | 6,140 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 684 | 684 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 358 | 358 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 326 | 326 | N/A |
| Population Density | 149 / km² | 149 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Devanakonda Mandal is approximately 12,584 people, including 6,444 males and 6,140 females. Around 12,584 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Devanakonda Mandal is about 684 people, including 358 males and 326 females. Around 684 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 149 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 149 people per sq. km.