Krishnagiri
Krishnagiri 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 Krishnagiri Block (CD) is 05277. The total area of Krishnagiri Mandal is 376 km². Krishnagiri has a sex ratio of approximately 984 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Krishnagiri Mandal
Krishnagiri 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 Krishnagiri Mandal, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Agaveli | Agaveli | Kurnool (60 km) |
| 2 | Alamkonda | Alamkonda | Dhone (25 km) |
| 3 | Amakathadu | Amakathadu | Dhone (15 km) |
| 4 | Chityala | Chityala | Dhone (16 km) |
| 5 | Chunchu Yerragudi | Chunchu Yerragudi | Dhone (25 km) |
| 6 | Kambalapadu | Kambalapadu | Dhone (15 km) |
| 7 | Katarakonda | Katarikonda | Dhone (25 km) |
| 8 | Krishnagiri | Krishnagiri | Dhone (24 km) |
| 9 | Lakkasagaram | Lakkasagaram | Dhone (35 km) |
| 10 | Mannegunta | Sho Yerragudi | Kurnool (50 km) |
| 11 | Pothugal | Pothugal | Kurnool (55 km) |
| 12 | Shotrium Yerragudi | Sho Yerragudi | Kurnool (45 km) |
| 13 | Tallagokulapadu | Tallagokulapadu | Dhone (26 km) |
| 14 | Thogarchedu | Thogarchedu | Dhone (24 km) |
| 15 | Yerukalacheruvu | Yerukalacheruvu | Dhone (26 km) |
Population of Krishnagiri Mandal
The population profile of Krishnagiri 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 Krishnagiri 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 | 47,103 | 47,103 | N/A |
| Male Population | 23,733 | 23,733 | N/A |
| Female Population | 23,370 | 23,370 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 6,490 | 6,490 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,389 | 3,389 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,101 | 3,101 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 20,252 | 20,252 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 12,520 | 12,520 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 7,732 | 7,732 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 26,851 | 26,851 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 11,213 | 11,213 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 15,638 | 15,638 | N/A |
| Total Households | 9,780 | 9,780 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 47,103 people. Includes nearly 23,733 males and 23,370 females. Rural population is about 47,103 people.
- There are around 6,490 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 3,389 boys and 3,101 girls.
- Literate population is about 20,252 people. Non-literate population is around 26,851 people.
- There are nearly 9,780 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Krishnagiri 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 | 8,333 | 8,333 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 4,126 | 4,126 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 4,207 | 4,207 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 720 | 720 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 369 | 369 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 351 | 351 | N/A |
| Population Density | 125 / km² | 125 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Krishnagiri Mandal is approximately 8,333 people, including 4,126 males and 4,207 females. Around 8,333 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Krishnagiri Mandal is about 720 people, including 369 males and 351 females. Around 720 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 125 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 125 people per sq. km.