Dornala
Dornala 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 Dornala Block (CD) is 05100. The total area of Dornala Mandal is 885 km². Dornala has a sex ratio of approximately 963 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Dornala Mandal
Dornala Mandal has a total of 19 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 Dornala Mandal, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ayinamukkala | Dornala | Markapur (34 km) |
| 2 | Chilaka Cherla Gudem | Y Cherlopalli | Markapur (53 km) |
| 3 | China Arutla | Dornala | Markapur (64 km) |
| 4 | China Dornala | Chinna Dornala | Markapur (26 km) |
| 5 | China Manthanala | Nallaguntla | Markapur (59 km) |
| 6 | Chinthala | Dornala | Markapur (41 km) |
| 7 | Dornala | Dornala | Markapur (32 km) |
| 8 | Kata Kani Palle | Katakanipalli | Markapur (28 km) |
| 9 | Marripalem | P Bommalapuram | Markapur (45 km) |
| 10 | Nalla Guntla Gudem | Nallaguntla | Markapur (58 km) |
| 11 | Nallaguntla | Nallaguntla | Markapur (57 km) |
| 12 | Peda Arutla | Dornala | Markapur (74 km) |
| 13 | Peda Bommala Puram | P Bommalapuram | Markapur (35 km) |
| 14 | Pedachama | Dornala | Markapur (54 km) |
| 15 | Pedamanthanala | Nallaguntla | Markapur (57 km) |
| 16 | Rolla Penta | Nallaguntla | Markapur (67 km) |
| 17 | Thummala Bayalu | Dornala | Markapur (54 km) |
| 18 | Yadavalli | Gantavanipalli | Markapur (35 km) |
| 19 | Yeguva Cherlo Palle | Y Cherlopalli | Markapur (48 km) |
Population of Dornala Mandal
The population profile of Dornala 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 Dornala 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 | 44,187 | 44,187 | N/A |
| Male Population | 22,504 | 22,504 | N/A |
| Female Population | 21,683 | 21,683 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 6,153 | 6,153 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,181 | 3,181 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,972 | 2,972 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 22,059 | 22,059 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 13,400 | 13,400 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 8,659 | 8,659 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 22,128 | 22,128 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 9,104 | 9,104 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 13,024 | 13,024 | N/A |
| Total Households | 10,834 | 10,834 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 44,187 people. Includes nearly 22,504 males and 21,683 females. Rural population is about 44,187 people.
- There are around 6,153 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 3,181 boys and 2,972 girls.
- Literate population is about 22,059 people. Non-literate population is around 22,128 people.
- There are nearly 10,834 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Dornala 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 | 9,533 | 9,533 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 4,754 | 4,754 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 4,779 | 4,779 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 7,396 | 7,396 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 3,657 | 3,657 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 3,739 | 3,739 | N/A |
| Population Density | 50 / km² | 50 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Dornala Mandal is approximately 9,533 people, including 4,754 males and 4,779 females. Around 9,533 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Dornala Mandal is about 7,396 people, including 3,657 males and 3,739 females. Around 7,396 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 50 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 50 people per sq. km.