Ganiatukuru - Kanchikacherla, Ntr
Ganiatukuru is a village situated in the Kanchikacherla mandal of Ntr district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from Kanchikacherla and around 119 km from Machilipatnam. Gani Atkuru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ganiatukuru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganiatukuru is 589165. The village covers a total geographical area of 1889 hectares and falls under the 521180 pincode. Vijayawada is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Ganiatukuru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ganiatukuru
According to the 2011 Census, Ganiatukuru village had a total population of 4,630 people, including 2,370 males and 2,260 females, living in 1,283 households. The sex ratio was 954 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.16%, with male literacy at 73.95% and female literacy at 60.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,305, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 137.
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 | 4,630 | 2,370 | 2,260 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 388 | 205 | 183 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,305 | 678 | 627 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 137 | 69 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 2,849 | 1,601 | 1,248 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,781 | 769 | 1,012 |
Nearby Villages of Ganiatukuru
Ganiatukuru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chevitikallu | West | 3.05 km |
| Chilukuru | East | 3.55 km |
| Damuluru | South-East | 3.73 km |
| Bathinapadu | North | 4.17 km |
| Kunikinapadu | West | 4.68 km |
| Amaravathi | South | 5.09 km |
| Kachavaram | East | 5.81 km |
| Vykuntapuram | South | 5.83 km |
| Paritala | North-East | 5.93 km |
| Munnaluru | West | 6.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ganiatukuru
Ganiatukuru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kondapalli, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 101.6 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 Vijayawada to Ganiatukuru is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Ganiatukuru is about 119 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ganiatukuru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganiatukuru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ganiatukuru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganiatukuru 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 Ganiatukuru
Where is Ganiatukuru located?
Ganiatukuru village is located in Kanchikacherla Mandal, Ntr district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ganiatukuru?
The Gram Panchayat of Ganiatukuru is Gani Atkuru.
What is the pincode of Ganiatukuru?
The pincode of Ganiatukuru is 521180.
What is the population of Ganiatukuru?
Ganiatukuru had a total population of 4,630, including 2,370 males and 2,260 females.
How many households are there in Ganiatukuru?
Ganiatukuru had 1,283 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ganiatukuru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganiatukuru was 67.16%. Male literacy was 73.95% and female literacy was 60.09%.