Kommavaram - Mundlamuru, Prakasam
Kommavaram is a village situated in the Mundlamuru mandal of Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mundlamuru and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Ongole. Edara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kommavaram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kommavaram is 590778. The village covers a total geographical area of 743 hectares and falls under the 523265 pincode. Vinukonda is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kommavaram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kommavaram
According to the 2011 Census, Kommavaram village had a total population of 762 people, including 384 males and 378 females, living in 160 households. The sex ratio was 984 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.37%, with male literacy at 45.54% and female literacy at 29.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 762 | 384 | 378 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 59 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 244 | 148 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 518 | 236 | 282 |
Nearby Villages of Kommavaram
Kommavaram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vemulabanda | South | 3.23 km |
| Edara | North-East | 3.32 km |
| Vemula | South-West | 3.58 km |
| V.appapuram | North-West | 3.77 km |
| Bheemavaram | North-East | 4.44 km |
| Umamaheswarapuram | South-East | 4.94 km |
| Thimmapuram | West | 5.16 km |
| Chintalapudi | South | 6.02 km |
| Nuzendla | North-West | 6.06 km |
| Purimetla | East | 6.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kommavaram
Kommavaram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Cheekateegalplm, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vinukonda to Kommavaram is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ongole to Kommavaram is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kommavaram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kommavaram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kommavaram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kommavaram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kommavaram
Where is Kommavaram located?
Kommavaram village is located in Mundlamuru Mandal, Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kommavaram?
The Gram Panchayat of Kommavaram is Edara.
What is the pincode of Kommavaram?
The pincode of Kommavaram is 523265.
What is the population of Kommavaram?
Kommavaram had a total population of 762, including 384 males and 378 females.
How many households are there in Kommavaram?
Kommavaram had 160 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kommavaram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kommavaram was 37.37%. Male literacy was 45.54% and female literacy was 29.27%.