Ballikurava
Ballikurava is a Town and Mandal in Prakasam District of Andhra Pradesh. In India, a mandal is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Ballikurava Block (CD) is 05105. The total area of Ballikurava Mandal is 225 km². Ballikurava has a sex ratio of approximately 977 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Ballikurava Mandal
Ballikurava Mandal has a total of 14 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Ballikurava Mandal, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ballikurava | Ballikurava | Chilakaluripet (25 km) |
| 2 | Chennupalle | Chennupalli | Chilakaluripet (27 km) |
| 3 | Gorre Padu | Gorrepadu | Chilakaluripet (28 km) |
| 4 | Guntupalle | Guntupalli | Chilakaluripet (35 km) |
| 5 | Konidena | Konidena | Chilakaluripet (20 km) |
| 6 | Koppera Padu | Kopperapadu | Chilakaluripet (25 km) |
| 7 | Koppera Palem | Kopperapalem | Narasaraopet (26 km) |
| 8 | Kukatla Palle | Kukatlapalli | Chilakaluripet (23 km) |
| 9 | Mukteswaram | Mukteswaram | Chilakaluripet (29 km) |
| 10 | Sankaralingam Gudipadu | S L Gudipadu | Chilakaluripet (27 km) |
| 11 | Uppumaguluru | Uppumaguluru | Chilakaluripet (15 km) |
| 12 | Vaidana | Vaidana | Chilakaluripet (28 km) |
| 13 | Valla Palle | K V Palem | Chilakaluripet (30 km) |
| 14 | Vemavaram | Vemavaram | Chilakaluripet (12 km) |
Population of Ballikurava Mandal
The population profile of Ballikurava Mandal offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Ballikurava Mandal's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 53,269 | 53,269 | N/A |
| Male Population | 26,942 | 26,942 | N/A |
| Female Population | 26,327 | 26,327 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 5,839 | 5,839 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,058 | 3,058 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,781 | 2,781 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 26,682 | 26,682 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 15,755 | 15,755 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 10,927 | 10,927 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 26,587 | 26,587 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 11,187 | 11,187 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 15,400 | 15,400 | N/A |
| Total Households | 13,661 | 13,661 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 53,269 people. Includes nearly 26,942 males and 26,327 females. Rural population is about 53,269 people.
- There are around 5,839 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 3,058 boys and 2,781 girls.
- Literate population is about 26,682 people. Non-literate population is around 26,587 people.
- There are nearly 13,661 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Ballikurava Mandal, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 14,258 | 14,258 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 7,255 | 7,255 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 7,003 | 7,003 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 3,331 | 3,331 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 1,703 | 1,703 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 1,628 | 1,628 | N/A |
| Population Density | 237 / km² | 237 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Ballikurava Mandal is approximately 14,258 people, including 7,255 males and 7,003 females. Around 14,258 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Ballikurava Mandal is about 3,331 people, including 1,703 males and 1,628 females. Around 3,331 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 237 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 237 people per sq. km.