Kunduru (West) - Santhamaguluru, Prakasam
Kunduru (West) is a village situated in the Santhamaguluru mandal of Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Santhamaguluru and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Ongole. Kunduru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kunduru (West) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kunduru (West) is 590676. The village covers a total geographical area of 1997 hectares and falls under the 523303 pincode. Narasaraopet is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Kunduru (West) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kunduru (West)
As per Census 2011, Kunduru (West) village has a total population of 3,598 people, consisting of 1,836 males and 1,762 females. The village has 911 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 407 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,489 literate and 2,109 illiterate residents. Additionally, 128 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 344 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kunduru (West) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,598 | 1,836 | 1,762 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 407 | 211 | 196 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 128 | 62 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 344 | 187 | 157 |
| Literate Population | 1,489 | 891 | 598 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,109 | 945 | 1,164 |
Nearby Villages of Kunduru (West)
Kunduru (West) is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kunduru (West)
Kunduru (West) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Narasaraopet to Kunduru (West) is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ongole to Kunduru (West) is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kunduru (West)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kunduru (West) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kunduru (West)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kunduru (West) 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 Kunduru (West)
Where is Kunduru (West) located?
Kunduru (West) village is located in Santhamaguluru Mandal, Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kunduru (West)?
The Gram Panchayat of Kunduru (West) is Kunduru.
What is the pincode of Kunduru (West)?
The pincode of Kunduru (West) is 523303.
What is the population of Kunduru (West)?
Kunduru (West) has a total population of 3,598, including 1,836 males and 1,762 females.
How many households are there in Kunduru (West)?
There are 911 households in Kunduru (West).
What is the literacy rate in Kunduru (West)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kunduru (West) is 41.38%. Male literacy is 48.53% and female literacy is 33.94%.