Konanki - Piduguralla, Palnadu
Konanki is a village situated in the Piduguralla mandal of Palnadu district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from Piduguralla and around 65 km from Guntur. Konanki village is a designated Grama Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Konanki is 589875. The village covers a total geographical area of 1619 hectares and falls under the 522413 pincode. Piduguralla is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Konanki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Konanki
According to the 2011 Census, Konanki village had a total population of 5,894 people, including 3,072 males and 2,822 females, living in 1,368 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.75%, with male literacy at 57.63% and female literacy at 37.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 969, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 891.
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 | 5,894 | 3,072 | 2,822 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 788 | 431 | 357 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 969 | 521 | 448 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 891 | 448 | 443 |
| Literate Population | 2,438 | 1,522 | 916 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,456 | 1,550 | 1,906 |
Nearby Villages of Konanki
Konanki 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Papayapalem | North-East | 3.78 km |
| Kubadpuram | South | 4.71 km |
| Pillutla | North-West | 5.18 km |
| Machayapalem | East | 5.38 km |
| Chowtapapayapalem | South-East | 5.89 km |
| Bellamkonda | East | 6.88 km |
| Mallavolu | North-West | 7.15 km |
| Srirukminipuram | North | 7.63 km |
| Chandrajupalem | North-East | 7.84 km |
| Nemalipuri | South | 7.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Konanki
Konanki is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sitaramapuram, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Piduguralla to Konanki is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Guntur to Konanki is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Konanki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Konanki village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Konanki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Konanki village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Konanki
Where is Konanki located?
Konanki village is located in Piduguralla Mandal, Palnadu district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Konanki?
Konanki is its own Grama Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Konanki?
The pincode of Konanki is 522413.
What is the population of Konanki?
Konanki had a total population of 5,894, including 3,072 males and 2,822 females.
How many households are there in Konanki?
Konanki had 1,368 households.
What is the literacy rate in Konanki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Konanki was 47.75%. Male literacy was 57.63% and female literacy was 37.16%.