Kancharagunta
Kancharagunta is a village located in Kandukur mandal of Prakasam district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Kandukur (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Ongole. As per 2009 stats, Kancharagunta village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kancharagunta unique in its vibrant Kandukur-Prakasam region. You’ll see Kancharagunta’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kancharagunta
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kancharagunta is 591537. The village spans a total geographical area of 236 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 523105. Kandukur is nearest town to Kancharagunta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
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Population of Kancharagunta
According to the 2011 Census, Kancharagunta has a total population of about 805, with approximately 405 males and 400 females. The sex ratio is around 987 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 90 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 319 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 42.36%, with male literacy at about 54.32% and female literacy near 30.25%. There are around 181 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kancharagunta's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 805 | 405 | 400 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 38 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 319 | 159 | 160 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 341 | 220 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 464 | 185 | 279 |
Connectivity of Kancharagunta
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kancharagunta. As per the 2011 stats, Kancharagunta had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kancharagunta
Knowing the nearby villages of Kancharagunta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kancharagunta.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kancharagunta
- Where is Kancharagunta located?
- Kancharagunta village is situated in Kandukur Mandal, within the Prakasam district of Andhra Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kancharagunta?
- Kancharagunta serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kancharagunta?
- The pincode of Kancharagunta is 523105, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kancharagunta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kancharagunta is 805, with 405 males and 400 females.
- How many households are there in Kancharagunta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kancharagunta village has a total of 181 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kancharagunta as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kancharagunta is 42.36%. The male literacy rate is 54.32%, while the female literacy rate is 30.25%.