Tangutur
Tangutur 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 Tangutur Block (CD) is 05141. The total area of Tangutur Mandal is 202 km². Tangutur has a sex ratio of approximately 1008 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Tangutur Mandal
Tangutur Mandal has a total of 17 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 Tangutur Mandal, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ananthavaram | Ananthavaram | Ongole (24 km) |
| 2 | Gosuvandla Kattubadi | Mallavarappadu | Ongole (10 km) |
| 3 | Jayavaram | Jayavaram | Ongole (24 km) |
| 4 | Kandukur | Kanduluru | Ongole (14 km) |
| 5 | Karumanchi | Karumanchi | Ongole (14 km) |
| 6 | Konijedu | Konijedu | Ongole (15 km) |
| 7 | M Nidamalur | M Nidamanuru | Ongole (15 km) |
| 8 | Mallavar Padu | Mallavarappadu | Ongole (12 km) |
| 9 | Marlapadu | Marlapadu | Ongole (14 km) |
| 10 | Ponduru | Ponduru | Ongole (23 km) |
| 11 | Somavarappadu | Vasepallipadu | Ongole (7 km) |
| 12 | Tangutur | Alakurapadu | Ongole (20 km) |
| 13 | Turupunaidupalem | T Nayudupalem | Ongole (11 km) |
| 14 | Valluru | Surareddyaplem | Ongole (10 km) |
| 15 | Valluru Kavalimanyam | Surareddyaplem | Ongole (10 km) |
| 16 | Vasepallepadu | Vasepallipadu | Ongole (10 km) |
| 17 | Velagapudi | Velagapudi | Ongole (20 km) |
Population of Tangutur Mandal
The population profile of Tangutur 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 Tangutur 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 | 62,618 | 62,618 | N/A |
| Male Population | 31,172 | 31,172 | N/A |
| Female Population | 31,446 | 31,446 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 5,713 | 5,713 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,019 | 3,019 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,694 | 2,694 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 37,534 | 37,534 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 21,147 | 21,147 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 16,387 | 16,387 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 25,084 | 25,084 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 10,025 | 10,025 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 15,059 | 15,059 | N/A |
| Total Households | 16,290 | 16,290 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 62,618 people. Includes nearly 31,172 males and 31,446 females. Rural population is about 62,618 people.
- There are around 5,713 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 3,019 boys and 2,694 girls.
- Literate population is about 37,534 people. Non-literate population is around 25,084 people.
- There are nearly 16,290 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Tangutur 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 | 23,667 | 23,667 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 11,893 | 11,893 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 11,774 | 11,774 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 1,735 | 1,735 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 887 | 887 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 848 | 848 | N/A |
| Population Density | 310 / km² | 310 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Tangutur Mandal is approximately 23,667 people, including 11,893 males and 11,774 females. Around 23,667 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Tangutur Mandal is about 1,735 people, including 887 males and 848 females. Around 1,735 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 310 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 310 people per sq. km.