Konidena - Ballikurava, Prakasam
Konidena is a village situated in the Ballikurava mandal of Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ballikurava and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Ongole. Konidena village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Konidena is 590682. The village covers a total geographical area of 3730 hectares and falls under the 523301 pincode. Chilakaluripet is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Konidena village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Konidena
According to the 2011 Census, Konidena village had a total population of 9,650 people, including 4,885 males and 4,765 females, living in 2,531 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.61%, with male literacy at 65.32% and female literacy at 45.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,951, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 352.
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 | 9,650 | 4,885 | 4,765 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,007 | 542 | 465 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,951 | 1,014 | 937 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 352 | 180 | 172 |
| Literate Population | 4,806 | 2,837 | 1,969 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,844 | 2,048 | 2,796 |
Nearby Villages of Konidena
Konidena 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ballikurava | West | 3.60 km |
| Vemavaram | North-East | 4.11 km |
| Nagaraju Palle | South | 4.89 km |
| Uppumaguluru | North | 5.12 km |
| Guntupalle | South-West | 5.96 km |
| Chennupalle | West | 6.13 km |
| Koppera Padu | North-West | 6.54 km |
| Murikipudi | East | 7.08 km |
| Rajupalem | East | 7.13 km |
| Martur | South-East | 7.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Konidena
Konidena is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Santamagulur, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.3 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 Chilakaluripet to Konidena is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ongole to Konidena 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 Konidena
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Konidena village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Konidena
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Konidena 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Konidena
Where is Konidena located?
Konidena village is located in Ballikurava Mandal, Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Konidena?
Konidena is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Konidena?
The pincode of Konidena is 523301.
What is the population of Konidena?
Konidena had a total population of 9,650, including 4,885 males and 4,765 females.
How many households are there in Konidena?
Konidena had 2,531 households.
What is the literacy rate in Konidena?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Konidena was 55.61%. Male literacy was 65.32% and female literacy was 45.79%.