Konakanchi - Penuganchiprolu, Ntr
Konakanchi is a village situated in the Penuganchiprolu mandal of Ntr district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from Penuganchiprolu and around 136 km from Machilipatnam. Konakanchi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Konakanchi is 588867. The village covers a total geographical area of 1887 hectares and falls under the 521178 pincode. Jaggaiahpet is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Konakanchi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Konakanchi
According to the 2011 Census, Konakanchi village had a total population of 3,372 people, including 1,690 males and 1,682 females, living in 955 households. The sex ratio was 995 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.86%, with male literacy at 74.32% and female literacy at 55.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 922, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 61.
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 | 3,372 | 1,690 | 1,682 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 341 | 183 | 158 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 922 | 469 | 453 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 61 | 31 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 1,966 | 1,120 | 846 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,406 | 570 | 836 |
Nearby Villages of Konakanchi
Konakanchi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nawabpeta | East | 2.95 km |
| Bandipalem | West | 3.92 km |
| Thakkellapadu | South-East | 4.22 km |
| Pochampalle | North-West | 4.34 km |
| Gowravaram | North | 4.92 km |
| Mundlapadu | North-East | 5.16 km |
| Thotacherla | East | 5.37 km |
| Pedavaram | South-West | 5.59 km |
| Latchapalem | South-East | 5.76 km |
| Munagacherla | South-East | 5.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Konakanchi
Konakanchi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Motimari, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 105.0 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 Jaggaiahpet to Konakanchi is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Konakanchi is about 136 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Konakanchi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Konakanchi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Konakanchi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Konakanchi 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 Konakanchi
Where is Konakanchi located?
Konakanchi village is located in Penuganchiprolu Mandal, Ntr district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Konakanchi?
Konakanchi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Konakanchi?
The pincode of Konakanchi is 521178.
What is the population of Konakanchi?
Konakanchi had a total population of 3,372, including 1,690 males and 1,682 females.
How many households are there in Konakanchi?
Konakanchi had 955 households.
What is the literacy rate in Konakanchi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Konakanchi was 64.86%. Male literacy was 74.32% and female literacy was 55.51%.