Kanakaveedu - Nandavaram, Kurnool
Kanakaveedu is a village situated in the Nandavaram mandal of Kurnool district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nandavaram and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Kurnool. Kanakaveedu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanakaveedu is 593856. The village covers a total geographical area of 3397 hectares and falls under the 518343 pincode. Yemmiganur is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Kanakaveedu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kanakaveedu
As per Census 2011, Kanakaveedu village has a total population of 6,531 people, consisting of 3,276 males and 3,255 females. The village has 1,232 households and a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males. There are 958 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,856 literate and 4,675 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,064 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanakaveedu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,531 | 3,276 | 3,255 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 958 | 503 | 455 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,064 | 545 | 519 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,856 | 1,225 | 631 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,675 | 2,051 | 2,624 |
Nearby Villages of Kanakaveedu
Kanakaveedu is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Mittasompuram | North-East | 3.95 km |
| Tsallakudlur | South | 4.37 km |
| Ponakaladinne | South-East | 4.94 km |
| Divamdinne | South-East | 4.98 km |
| Nagaladinne | North | 5.08 km |
| Chinnakothiliki | North | 5.39 km |
| Gurujala | North-East | 5.79 km |
| Garladinne | South | 5.98 km |
| Peddakothiliki | North-West | 6.03 km |
| Poolachinta | North-West | 6.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kanakaveedu
Kanakaveedu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Manthralayam Rd, while the nearest airport is Bellary Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Yemmiganur to Kanakaveedu is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kurnool to Kanakaveedu is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanakaveedu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanakaveedu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kanakaveedu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanakaveedu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kanakaveedu
Where is Kanakaveedu located?
Kanakaveedu village is located in Nandavaram Mandal, Kurnool district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanakaveedu?
Kanakaveedu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kanakaveedu?
The pincode of Kanakaveedu is 518343.
What is the population of Kanakaveedu?
Kanakaveedu has a total population of 6,531, including 3,276 males and 3,255 females.
How many households are there in Kanakaveedu?
There are 1,232 households in Kanakaveedu.
What is the literacy rate in Kanakaveedu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanakaveedu is 28.42%. Male literacy is 37.39% and female literacy is 19.39%.