Kurichedu
Kurichedu 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 Kurichedu Block (CD) is 05103. The total area of Kurichedu Mandal is 277 km². Kurichedu has a sex ratio of approximately 958 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Kurichedu Mandal
Kurichedu 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 Kurichedu Mandal, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alavalapadu | Alavalapadu | Markapur (56 km) |
| 2 | Avulamanda | Avulamanda | Markapur (30 km) |
| 3 | Bayya Varam | Bayyavaram | Markapur (60 km) |
| 4 | Bodanampadu | Bodanampadu | Markapur (57 km) |
| 5 | Dekanakonda | Dekanakonda | Markapur (32 km) |
| 6 | Gangadona Konda | Ganga Donakonda | Markapur (57 km) |
| 7 | Jagannadhapuram | West Kasipuram | Markapur (68 km) |
| 8 | Kallur | Kalluru | Markapur (63 km) |
| 9 | Kurichedu | Kurichedu | Markapur (50 km) |
| 10 | Mallaya Palem | Namassivayapuram | Markapur (53 km) |
| 11 | Mustla Gangavaram | Avulamanda | Markapur (31 km) |
| 12 | Namassivaya Puram | Namassivayapuram | Markapur (55 km) |
| 13 | Peddavaram | Peddavaram | Markapur (58 km) |
| 14 | Perambotla Palem | Kurichedu | Markapur (55 km) |
| 15 | Potlapadu | Potlapadu | Markapur (55 km) |
| 16 | West Gangavaram | West Gangavaram | Markapur (30 km) |
| 17 | West Kasipuram | West Kasipuram | Markapur (65 km) |
| 18 | West Naidupalem | West Naidupalem | Markapur (33 km) |
| 19 | West Veeraya Palem | West Veerayapalem | Markapur (35 km) |
Population of Kurichedu Mandal
The population profile of Kurichedu 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 Kurichedu 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 | 40,801 | 40,801 | N/A |
| Male Population | 20,837 | 20,837 | N/A |
| Female Population | 19,964 | 19,964 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 5,341 | 5,341 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,739 | 2,739 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,602 | 2,602 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 18,117 | 18,117 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 11,328 | 11,328 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 6,789 | 6,789 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 22,684 | 22,684 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 9,509 | 9,509 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 13,175 | 13,175 | N/A |
| Total Households | 9,632 | 9,632 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 40,801 people. Includes nearly 20,837 males and 19,964 females. Rural population is about 40,801 people.
- There are around 5,341 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 2,739 boys and 2,602 girls.
- Literate population is about 18,117 people. Non-literate population is around 22,684 people.
- There are nearly 9,632 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Kurichedu 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 | 8,445 | 8,445 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 4,371 | 4,371 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 4,074 | 4,074 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 1,445 | 1,445 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 747 | 747 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 698 | 698 | N/A |
| Population Density | 147 / km² | 147 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Kurichedu Mandal is approximately 8,445 people, including 4,371 males and 4,074 females. Around 8,445 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Kurichedu Mandal is about 1,445 people, including 747 males and 698 females. Around 1,445 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 147 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 147 people per sq. km.