Prakasam
Prakasam is a district in the Andhra Pradesh State of India. The total area of Prakasam district is 17,626 km², which includes 17,357.37 km² of rural area and 268.63 km² of urban area. There are about 985 villages in Prakasam district.
For administrative convenience, Prakasam district is divided into Tehsils, Blocks, PS, and Community Development Blocks (C.D. Blocks). In many states, Blocks or C.D. Blocks are treated the same as tehsils, though they may have slightly different roles depending on the region.
A Community Development Block is a rural area set aside for administration and development. Each block is managed by a Block Development Officer (BDO) and includes several gram panchayats, which are the local governing bodies at the village level.
There are 56 mandals in Prakasam district. Here is the list of all Prakasam Mandals / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Mandals in Prakasam District
| # | Mandal (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Addanki | 260 | 89,769 |
| 2 | Ardhaveedu | 707 | 36,169 |
| 3 | Ballikurava | 225 | 53,269 |
| 4 | Bestawaripeta | 472 | 51,062 |
| 5 | Chandra Sekhara Puram | 573 | 44,953 |
| 6 | Chimakurthi | 288 | 79,343 |
| 7 | Chinaganjam | 171 | 42,468 |
| 8 | Chirala | 105 | 1,72,826 |
| 9 | Cumbum | 137 | 48,698 |
| 10 | Darsi | 366 | 86,702 |
| 11 | Donakonda | 348 | 48,148 |
| 12 | Dornala | 885 | 44,187 |
| 13 | Giddalur | 782 | 86,133 |
| 14 | Gudluru | 248 | 46,883 |
| 15 | Hanumanthuni Padu | 407 | 30,964 |
| 16 | Inkollu | 145 | 49,546 |
| 17 | Janakavarampanguluru | 169 | 45,186 |
| 18 | Kandukur | 221 | 98,769 |
| 19 | Kanigiri | 514 | 92,466 |
| 20 | Karamchedu | 162 | 38,916 |
| 21 | Komarolu | 318 | 40,517 |
| 22 | Konakanamitla | 467 | 49,259 |
| 23 | Kondapi | 214 | 43,004 |
| 24 | Korisapadu | 150 | 48,273 |
| 25 | Kotha Patnam | 166 | 50,006 |
| 26 | Kurichedu | 277 | 40,801 |
| 27 | Lingasamudram | 235 | 38,094 |
| 28 | Maddipadu | 167 | 52,353 |
| 29 | Markapur | 307 | 1,22,984 |
| 30 | Marripudi | 391 | 38,848 |
| 31 | Martur | 181 | 73,862 |
| 32 | Mundlamuru | 330 | 56,783 |
| 33 | Naguluppala Padu | 256 | 67,733 |
| 34 | Ongole | 204 | 2,53,122 |
| 35 | Pamur | 415 | 63,017 |
| 36 | Parchur | 223 | 54,668 |
| 37 | Peda Araveedu | 271 | 42,262 |
| 38 | Pedacherlo Palle | 358 | 36,985 |
| 39 | Podili | 332 | 67,017 |
| 40 | Ponnaluru | 339 | 43,016 |
| 41 | Pullalacheruvu | 693 | 53,279 |
| 42 | Racherla | 359 | 35,080 |
| 43 | Santhamaguluru | 208 | 59,528 |
| 44 | Santhanuthala Padu | 212 | 66,186 |
| 45 | Singarayakonda | 111 | 65,784 |
| 46 | Tangutur | 202 | 62,618 |
| 47 | Tarlupadu | 267 | 34,640 |
| 48 | Thallur | 195 | 48,400 |
| 49 | Tripuranthakam | 274 | 62,627 |
| 50 | Ulavapadu | 188 | 53,918 |
| 51 | Veligandla | 391 | 35,951 |
| 52 | Vetapalem | 92 | 75,219 |
| 53 | Voletivaripalem | 257 | 39,855 |
| 54 | Yeddana Pudi | 105 | 28,373 |
| 55 | Yerragondapalem | 1,147 | 64,063 |
| 56 | Zarugumilli | 138 | 42,866 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Yerragondapalem is the largest mandal in prakasam district, covering an area of 1147.11 km², while Vetapalem is the smallest mandal in the district, with an area of 92.13 km². Ongole is the most populous, whereas Yeddana Pudi is the least populous mandal in prakasam district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Yerragondapalem | Ongole |
| Smallest Tehsil | Vetapalem | Vetapalem |
Population of Prakasam District
The population of Prakasam offers a clear picture of how people are spread across its villages and towns. In the sections below, you’ll find details about total population, gender-wise distribution, child population, literacy rates, social groups like SC and ST, household count, and population density. Together, this information helps understand the structure and diversity of the district.
Basic Population Details
This section covers important demographic figures of Prakasam, including the number of males and females, children aged 0–6, total households, and literacy status in rural and urban areas. These indicators highlight the human development status and help identify gaps in basic services like education and housing.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 33,97,448 | 27,32,866 | 6,64,582 |
| Total Male Population | 17,14,764 | 13,82,641 | 3,32,123 |
| Total Female Population | 16,82,684 | 13,50,225 | 3,32,459 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,78,261 | 3,11,074 | 67,187 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,95,753 | 1,61,206 | 34,547 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,82,508 | 1,49,868 | 32,640 |
| Literate Population | 19,04,435 | 14,35,913 | 4,68,522 |
| Literate Male Population | 11,07,686 | 8,52,588 | 2,55,098 |
| Literate Female Population | 7,96,749 | 5,83,325 | 2,13,424 |
| Illiterate Population | 14,93,013 | 12,96,953 | 1,96,060 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 6,07,078 | 5,30,053 | 77,025 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 8,85,935 | 7,66,900 | 1,19,035 |
| Households | 8,60,463 | 6,91,813 | 1,68,650 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Prakasam district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Prakasam district is 33,97,448, including 17,14,764 males and 16,82,684 females. In rural areas, it is 27,32,866, including 13,82,641 males and 13,50,225 females. In urban areas, it is 6,64,582, including 3,32,123 males and 3,32,459 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Prakasam district is 3,78,261, including 1,95,753 boys and 1,82,508 girls. In rural areas, it is 3,11,074, including 1,61,206 boys and 1,49,868 girls. In urban areas, it is 67,187, including 34,547 boys and 32,640 girls.
- Literate population in Prakasam district is around 19,04,435, including 11,07,686 males and 7,96,749 females. In rural areas, it is 14,35,913, including 8,52,588 males and 5,83,325 females. In urban areas, it is 4,68,522, including 2,55,098 males and 2,13,424 females.
- Illiterate population in Prakasam district is about 14,93,013, including 6,07,078 males and 8,85,935 females. In rural areas, it is 12,96,953, including 5,30,053 males and 7,66,900 females. In urban areas, it is 1,96,060, including 77,025 males and 1,19,035 females.
- There are about 8,60,463 households in Prakasam district, including 6,91,813 in rural areas and 1,68,650 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Prakasam. It also includes data on how densely people live in rural versus urban areas. Together, these figures offer insights into community spread and the pressure on local infrastructure and services.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 7,87,861 | 6,98,090 | 89,771 |
| SC Male Population | 3,97,242 | 3,52,889 | 44,353 |
| SC Female Population | 3,90,619 | 3,45,201 | 45,418 |
| Total ST Population | 1,51,145 | 1,24,386 | 26,759 |
| ST Male Population | 76,677 | 63,386 | 13,291 |
| ST Female Population | 74,468 | 61,000 | 13,468 |
| Population Density | 193 / km² | 157 / km² | 2,474 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Prakasam district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Prakasam district is approximately 7,87,861, including 3,97,242 males and 3,90,619 females. In rural areas, it is 6,98,090, including 3,52,889 males and 3,45,201 females. In urban areas, it is 89,771, including 44,353 males and 45,418 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Prakasam district is about 1,51,145, including 76,677 males and 74,468 females. In rural areas, it is 1,24,386, including 63,386 males and 61,000 females. In urban areas, it is 26,759, including 13,291 males and 13,468 females.
- Overall population density of Prakasam district is around 193 people per km². Rural areas have about 157 people per km². Urban areas have about 2,474 people per km².