Orvakal
Orvakal 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 Orvakal Block (CD) is 05268. The total area of Orvakal Mandal is 376 km². Orvakal has a sex ratio of approximately 968 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Orvakal Mandal
Orvakal Mandal has a total of 20 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 Orvakal Mandal, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bodduvanipalle | Bodduvanipalle | Kurnool (21 km) |
| 2 | Brahmanapalle | Brahmanapalle | Kurnool (40 km) |
| 3 | Guttapadu | Guttapadu | Kurnool (25 km) |
| 4 | Husainapuram | Husainapuram | Kurnool (30 km) |
| 5 | Kalva | Kalva | Kurnool (31 km) |
| 6 | Kannamadakala | Kannamadakala | Kurnool (26 km) |
| 7 | Kethavaram | Kethavaram | Kurnool (11 km) |
| 8 | Komarolu | Komarolu | Kurnool (39 km) |
| 9 | Loddipalle | Loddipalle | Kurnool (15 km) |
| 10 | Meedivemula | Meedivemula | Kurnool (10 km) |
| 11 | N Konthalapadu | N Konthalapadu | Kurnool (27 km) |
| 12 | Nannur | Nannur | Kurnool (17 km) |
| 13 | Orvakal | Orvakal | Kurnool (23 km) |
| 14 | Palakolanu | Palakolanu | Kurnool (33 km) |
| 15 | Puricherla | Pudicherla | Kurnool (16 km) |
| 16 | Sakunala | Sakunala | Kurnool (35 km) |
| 17 | Somyajulapalle | Somayajulapalli | Kurnool (35 km) |
| 18 | Thippayapalle | Thippayapalle | Kurnool (38 km) |
| 19 | Uppalapadu | Uppalapadu | Kurnool (27 km) |
| 20 | Uyyalawada | Uyyalawada | Kurnool (21 km) |
Population of Orvakal Mandal
The population profile of Orvakal 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 Orvakal 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 | 58,437 | 58,437 | N/A |
| Male Population | 29,689 | 29,689 | N/A |
| Female Population | 28,748 | 28,748 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 6,835 | 6,835 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,555 | 3,555 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,280 | 3,280 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 32,103 | 32,103 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 19,083 | 19,083 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 13,020 | 13,020 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 26,334 | 26,334 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 10,606 | 10,606 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 15,728 | 15,728 | N/A |
| Total Households | 13,031 | 13,031 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 58,437 people. Includes nearly 29,689 males and 28,748 females. Rural population is about 58,437 people.
- There are around 6,835 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 3,555 boys and 3,280 girls.
- Literate population is about 32,103 people. Non-literate population is around 26,334 people.
- There are nearly 13,031 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Orvakal 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 | 12,028 | 12,028 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 6,141 | 6,141 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 5,887 | 5,887 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 1,261 | 1,261 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 662 | 662 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 599 | 599 | N/A |
| Population Density | 156 / km² | 156 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Orvakal Mandal is approximately 12,028 people, including 6,141 males and 5,887 females. Around 12,028 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Orvakal Mandal is about 1,261 people, including 662 males and 599 females. Around 1,261 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 156 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 156 people per sq. km.