Dekanakonda - Kurichedu, Prakasam
Dekanakonda is a village situated in the Kurichedu mandal of Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kurichedu and around 102 km from the district headquarters in Ongole. Dekanakonda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dekanakonda is 590657. The village covers a total geographical area of 1620 hectares and falls under the 523304 pincode. Markapur is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Dekanakonda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dekanakonda
As per Census 2011, Dekanakonda village has a total population of 2,536 people, consisting of 1,283 males and 1,253 females. The village has 617 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 331 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 946 literate and 1,590 illiterate residents. Additionally, 829 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dekanakonda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,536 | 1,283 | 1,253 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 331 | 169 | 162 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 829 | 435 | 394 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 946 | 586 | 360 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,590 | 697 | 893 |
Nearby Villages of Dekanakonda
Dekanakonda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bayya Varam | North-West | 3.41 km |
| Potha Varam | South | 3.69 km |
| Peddavaram | South-West | 3.85 km |
| Devavaram | South-East | 4.14 km |
| Pamidipadu | North-East | 5.81 km |
| Putchanuthala | East | 6.24 km |
| Thanam Chinthala | South | 6.29 km |
| Thimmaya Palem | South | 6.77 km |
| Namassivaya Puram | West | 6.81 km |
| Mukkellapadu | North-West | 7.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dekanakonda
Dekanakonda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kurichedu, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Markapur to Dekanakonda is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ongole to Dekanakonda is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dekanakonda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dekanakonda 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dekanakonda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dekanakonda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dekanakonda
Where is Dekanakonda located?
Dekanakonda village is located in Kurichedu Mandal, Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dekanakonda?
Dekanakonda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dekanakonda?
The pincode of Dekanakonda is 523304.
What is the population of Dekanakonda?
Dekanakonda has a total population of 2,536, including 1,283 males and 1,253 females.
How many households are there in Dekanakonda?
There are 617 households in Dekanakonda.
What is the literacy rate in Dekanakonda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dekanakonda is 37.30%. Male literacy is 45.67% and female literacy is 28.73%.