Garimana Penta - Konakanamitla, Markapuram
Garimana Penta is a village situated in the Konakanamitla mandal of Markapuram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from Konakanamitla and around 69 km from Ongole. Garimanapenta serves as the Grama Panchayat for Garimana Penta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garimana Penta is 590952. The village covers a total geographical area of 1108 hectares and falls under the 523246 pincode. Markapur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Garimana Penta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Garimana Penta
According to the 2011 Census, Garimana Penta village had a total population of 1,729 people, including 880 males and 849 females, living in 389 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.19%, with male literacy at 56.67% and female literacy at 33.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 590, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 76.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,729 | 880 | 849 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 244 | 123 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 590 | 300 | 290 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 76 | 39 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 671 | 429 | 242 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,058 | 451 | 607 |
Nearby Villages of Garimana Penta
Garimana Penta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gotlagattu | West | 3.70 km |
| Batchalakurapadu | North-East | 3.89 km |
| Irasalagundam | South-East | 3.99 km |
| Budamkayala Padu | North-West | 5.17 km |
| Baduguleru | South | 5.91 km |
| Raseedu Puram | South-West | 6.07 km |
| Nagampalle | West | 6.82 km |
| Chinamanagundam | West | 6.99 km |
| Kotathippala | South-West | 7.64 km |
| Siddavaram | North-East | 8.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garimana Penta
Garimana Penta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Markapur Road, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Markapur to Garimana Penta is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ongole to Garimana Penta is about 69 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 Garimana Penta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garimana Penta 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 Garimana Penta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garimana Penta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garimana Penta
Where is Garimana Penta located?
Garimana Penta village is located in Konakanamitla Mandal, Markapuram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Garimana Penta?
The Grama Panchayat of Garimana Penta is Garimanapenta.
What is the pincode of Garimana Penta?
The pincode of Garimana Penta is 523246.
What is the population of Garimana Penta?
Garimana Penta had a total population of 1,729, including 880 males and 849 females.
How many households are there in Garimana Penta?
Garimana Penta had 389 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garimana Penta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garimana Penta was 45.19%. Male literacy was 56.67% and female literacy was 33.24%.