Donakonda
Donakonda 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 Donakonda Block (CD) is 05102. The total area of Donakonda Mandal is 348 km². Donakonda has a sex ratio of approximately 948 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Donakonda Mandal
Donakonda Mandal has a total of 30 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 Donakonda Mandal, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ananthavaram | Manginapudi | Markapur (15 km) |
| 2 | Aravallipadu | Aravallipadu | Markapur (45 km) |
| 3 | Bada Puram | Donakonda | Markapur (30 km) |
| 4 | Battepadu | Chandavaram | Markapur (47 km) |
| 5 | Bhumanapalle | Bhumanapalli | Markapur (35 km) |
| 6 | Chandavaram | Chandavaram | Markapur (45 km) |
| 7 | Gudipadu | Gangadevipalli | Markapur (42 km) |
| 8 | Indla Cheruvu | Indlacheruvu | Markapur (35 km) |
| 9 | Kalavala Palle | Vaddipadu | Markapur (30 km) |
| 10 | Kotcherla Kota | Kotcherlakota | Markapur (20 km) |
| 11 | Lakshmi Narayana Puram | Peddannapalem | Markapur (32 km) |
| 12 | Mallam Peta | Mallampeta | Markapur (15 km) |
| 13 | Manginapudi | Manginapudi | Markapur (20 km) |
| 14 | Narasimhanayuni Palem | Peddannapalem | Markapur (33 km) |
| 15 | Padamara Lakshmipuram | West Lakshmipuram | Markapur (50 km) |
| 16 | Padamati Venkata Puram | P Venkatapuram | Markapur (35 km) |
| 17 | Peddanna Palem | Peddannapalem | Markapur (35 km) |
| 18 | Pochamakka Palle | Indlacheruvu | Markapur (40 km) |
| 19 | Pole Palle | Polepalli | Markapur (40 km) |
| 20 | Ragamakka Palle | Indlacheruvu | Markapur (37 km) |
| 21 | Ramapuram | Ramapuram | Markapur (20 km) |
| 22 | Rudra Samudram | Rudrasamudram | Markapur (20 km) |
| 23 | Sangapuram | Sangapuram | Markapur (30 km) |
| 24 | Siddayapalem | Kotcherlakota | Markapur (18 km) |
| 25 | Tella Padu | Tellabadu | Markapur (32 km) |
| 26 | Vabbapuram | Donakonda | Markapur (30 km) |
| 27 | Vaddipadu | Vaddipadu | Markapur (45 km) |
| 28 | Veera Venkata Puram | Donakonda | Markapur (30 km) |
| 29 | West Kambhampadu | Tellabadu | Markapur (28 km) |
| 30 | Yerrabalem | Donakonda | Markapur (33 km) |
Population of Donakonda Mandal
The population profile of Donakonda 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 Donakonda 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 | 48,148 | 48,148 | N/A |
| Male Population | 24,706 | 24,706 | N/A |
| Female Population | 23,442 | 23,442 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 6,270 | 6,270 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,258 | 3,258 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,012 | 3,012 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 20,904 | 20,904 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 13,210 | 13,210 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 7,694 | 7,694 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 27,244 | 27,244 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 11,496 | 11,496 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 15,748 | 15,748 | N/A |
| Total Households | 11,416 | 11,416 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 48,148 people. Includes nearly 24,706 males and 23,442 females. Rural population is about 48,148 people.
- There are around 6,270 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 3,258 boys and 3,012 girls.
- Literate population is about 20,904 people. Non-literate population is around 27,244 people.
- There are nearly 11,416 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Donakonda 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 | 14,701 | 14,701 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 7,549 | 7,549 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 7,152 | 7,152 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 382 | 382 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 188 | 188 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 194 | 194 | N/A |
| Population Density | 139 / km² | 139 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Donakonda Mandal is approximately 14,701 people, including 7,549 males and 7,152 females. Around 14,701 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Donakonda Mandal is about 382 people, including 188 males and 194 females. Around 382 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 139 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 139 people per sq. km.