Chimakurthi
Chimakurthi 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 Chimakurthi Block (CD) is 05128. The total area of Chimakurthi Mandal is 288 km². Chimakurthi has a sex ratio of approximately 977 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Chimakurthi Mandal
Chimakurthi Mandal has a total of 24 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 Chimakurthi Mandal, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bandlamudi | Bandlamudi | Ongole (22 km) |
| 2 | Bhusura Palle | Busarapalli | Ongole (36 km) |
| 3 | Budavada | Budawada | Ongole (32 km) |
| 4 | Chandrapadu | Chandrapadu | Ongole (29 km) |
| 5 | Chimakurthi | N/A | Ongole (22 km) |
| 6 | China Ravipadu | Chinaravipadu | Ongole (34 km) |
| 7 | Devarapalem | Devarapalem | Ongole (40 km) |
| 8 | Gonugunta | E V Palem | Ongole (27 km) |
| 9 | Gunduvari Laxmipuram | R C Puram | Ongole (31 km) |
| 10 | Ilapavuluru | Gadiparthivaripalem | Ongole (35 km) |
| 11 | Kandurivari Agraharam | Bandlamudi | Ongole (24 km) |
| 12 | Manchikalapadu | Manchikalapadu | Ongole (22 km) |
| 13 | Mylavaram | Pulikonda | Ongole (35 km) |
| 14 | Nekunambadu | Nekunambadu | Ongole (34 km) |
| 15 | Nippatlapadu | Nippatlapadu | Ongole (37 km) |
| 16 | Padamatinaidupalem | P Nayudupalem | Ongole (25 km) |
| 17 | Palla Malli | Pallamalli | Ongole (32 km) |
| 18 | Pidathalapudi | Pidathalapudi | Ongole (36 km) |
| 19 | Pulikonda | Pulikonda | Ongole (33 km) |
| 20 | Rajupalem Laxmipuram | R L Puram | Ongole (30 km) |
| 21 | Ramachandra Puram | R C Puram | Ongole (34 km) |
| 22 | Rangasai Puram | Gadiparthivaripalem | Ongole (35 km) |
| 23 | Torragudi Padu | Torragudipadu | Ongole (29 km) |
| 24 | Yerragudipadu | Yarragudipadu | Ongole (20 km) |
Population of Chimakurthi Mandal
The population profile of Chimakurthi 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 Chimakurthi 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 | 79,343 | 79,343 | N/A |
| Male Population | 40,115 | 40,115 | N/A |
| Female Population | 39,228 | 39,228 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 9,723 | 9,723 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 5,061 | 5,061 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 4,662 | 4,662 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 42,301 | 42,301 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 24,394 | 24,394 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 17,907 | 17,907 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 37,042 | 37,042 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 15,721 | 15,721 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 21,321 | 21,321 | N/A |
| Total Households | 19,333 | 19,333 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 79,343 people. Includes nearly 40,115 males and 39,228 females. Rural population is about 79,343 people.
- There are around 9,723 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 5,061 boys and 4,662 girls.
- Literate population is about 42,301 people. Non-literate population is around 37,042 people.
- There are nearly 19,333 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Chimakurthi 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 | 21,721 | 21,721 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 10,759 | 10,759 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 10,962 | 10,962 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 2,791 | 2,791 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 1,437 | 1,437 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 1,354 | 1,354 | N/A |
| Population Density | 276 / km² | 276 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Chimakurthi Mandal is approximately 21,721 people, including 10,759 males and 10,962 females. Around 21,721 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Chimakurthi Mandal is about 2,791 people, including 1,437 males and 1,354 females. Around 2,791 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 276 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 276 people per sq. km.