Ponnaluru Gudavari Khandrika - Ponnaluru, Prakasam

Ponnaluru Gudavari Khandrika is a village situated in the Ponnaluru mandal of Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ponnaluru and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Ongole. Pyreddipalem serves as the Grama Panchayat for Ponnaluru Gudavari Khandrika village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Ponnaluru Gudavari Khandrika is 591408. The village covers a total geographical area of 328 hectares and falls under the 523109 pincode. Kandukur is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.

Ponnaluru Gudavari Khandrika village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.

Population of Ponnaluru Gudavari Khandrika

According to the 2011 Census, Ponnaluru Gudavari Khandrika village had a total population of 132 people, including 65 males and 67 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 1,031 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.15%, with male literacy at 51.79% and female literacy at 40.98%.

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 Population1326567
Child Population (0–6 yrs)1596
Scheduled Castes (SC)000
Scheduled Tribes (ST)000
Literate Population542925
Illiterate Population783642

Nearby Villages of Ponnaluru Gudavari Khandrika

Ponnaluru Gudavari Khandrika 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 VillageDirectionApprox. Distance (Aerial)
Pedavenkanna PalemSouth-West1.98 km
VellaturuEast3.46 km
VellaturikalidasuvarikhandrikaSouth-East4.43 km
Ravula KolluNorth4.63 km
VempaduNorth-East5.35 km
Singara Botla PalemEast5.60 km
PonnaluruSouth5.64 km
Uppala DinneNorth5.97 km
Yeduluru PaduSouth-East6.04 km
IppaguntaSouth6.10 km

Transport and Connectivity of Ponnaluru Gudavari Khandrika

Ponnaluru Gudavari Khandrika is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Singarayakonda, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.1 km.

ConnectivityStatusNearest Availability
Public Bus ServiceNoAvailable within <5 km
Private Bus ServiceNoAvailable within >10 km
Railway StationNo-

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kandukur to Ponnaluru Gudavari Khandrika is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ongole to Ponnaluru Gudavari Khandrika is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Ponnaluru Gudavari Khandrika

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ponnaluru Gudavari Khandrika village is detailed below:

Service TypeStatusNearest Availability
BankNoAvailable within >10 km
ATMNoAvailable within 2-5 km
Post OfficeNoAvailable within 2-5 km

Health Facilities in Ponnaluru Gudavari Khandrika

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ponnaluru Gudavari Khandrika village are given below:

Facility TypeStatusNearest Availability
Health Sub-Centre (HSC)NoAvailable within 2-5 km
Primary Health Centre (PHC)NoAvailable within >10 km
Community Health Centre (CHC)NoAvailable within >10 km

FAQs about Ponnaluru Gudavari Khandrika

Where is Ponnaluru Gudavari Khandrika located?

Ponnaluru Gudavari Khandrika village is located in Ponnaluru Mandal, Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.

What is the Grama Panchayat of Ponnaluru Gudavari Khandrika?

The Grama Panchayat of Ponnaluru Gudavari Khandrika is Pyreddipalem.

What is the pincode of Ponnaluru Gudavari Khandrika?

The pincode of Ponnaluru Gudavari Khandrika is 523109.

What is the population of Ponnaluru Gudavari Khandrika?

Ponnaluru Gudavari Khandrika had a total population of 132, including 65 males and 67 females.

How many households are there in Ponnaluru Gudavari Khandrika?

Ponnaluru Gudavari Khandrika had 23 households.

What is the literacy rate in Ponnaluru Gudavari Khandrika?

As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ponnaluru Gudavari Khandrika was 46.15%. Male literacy was 51.79% and female literacy was 40.98%.