Krishna Puram - Darsi, Prakasam
Krishna Puram is a village situated in the Darsi mandal of Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Darsi and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Ongole. Peda Vuyyalawada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Krishna Puram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Krishna Puram is 590842. The village covers a total geographical area of 256 hectares and falls under the 523253 pincode. Ongole is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Krishna Puram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Krishna Puram
As per Census 2011, Krishna Puram village has a total population of 934 people, consisting of 464 males and 470 females. The village has 215 households and a sex ratio of 1,012 females per 1,000 males. There are 130 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 337 literate and 597 illiterate residents. Additionally, 450 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Krishna Puram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 934 | 464 | 470 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 63 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 450 | 226 | 224 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 337 | 200 | 137 |
| Illiterate Population | 597 | 264 | 333 |
Nearby Villages of Krishna Puram
Krishna Puram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pedauyyalawada | South-East | 1.93 km |
| Anna Varam | South-West | 1.95 km |
| Korlamadugu | North | 1.98 km |
| Thripura Sundari Puram | East | 2.46 km |
| Ramulaveedu | West | 3.11 km |
| Chintagum Palle | South | 4.04 km |
| Suraya Palem | East | 4.22 km |
| Amudala Palle | South-West | 4.33 km |
| Kothapalle | North-West | 4.37 km |
| China Uyyalawada | South-East | 4.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Krishna Puram
Krishna Puram is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Donakonda, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.7 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 Ongole to Krishna Puram is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Krishna Puram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Krishna Puram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Krishna Puram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Krishna Puram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Krishna Puram
Where is Krishna Puram located?
Krishna Puram village is located in Darsi Mandal, Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Krishna Puram?
The Gram Panchayat of Krishna Puram is Peda Vuyyalawada.
What is the pincode of Krishna Puram?
The pincode of Krishna Puram is 523253.
What is the population of Krishna Puram?
Krishna Puram has a total population of 934, including 464 males and 470 females.
How many households are there in Krishna Puram?
There are 215 households in Krishna Puram.
What is the literacy rate in Krishna Puram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Krishna Puram is 36.08%. Male literacy is 43.10% and female literacy is 29.15%.