Kaligiri
Kaligiri is a Town and Mandal in Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore 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 Kaligiri Block (CD) is 05160. The total area of Kaligiri Mandal is 405 km². Kaligiri has a sex ratio of approximately 965 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Kaligiri Mandal
Kaligiri Mandal has a total of 20 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 Kaligiri Mandal, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ananthapuram | Anantapuram | Kavali (33 km) |
| 2 | China Annaluru | China Annaluru | Kavali (46 km) |
| 3 | Dubagunta | Thurpu Dubagunta | Kavali (27 km) |
| 4 | Gudladona | Gudladona East | Kavali (32 km) |
| 5 | Kaligiri | Kaligiri | Kavali (36 km) |
| 6 | Kavali Musthapuram | Kavali Mustapuram | Kavali (49 km) |
| 7 | Kothapeta | Kavali Mustapuram | Kavali (44 km) |
| 8 | Krakuturu | Krakuturu | Kavali (32 km) |
| 9 | Kummarakonduru | Kummarakonduru | Kavali (31 km) |
| 10 | Lakshmipuram | Laxmipuram | Kavali (31 km) |
| 11 | Nagasamudram | Nagasamudram | Kavali (46 km) |
| 12 | Parikota | Parikota | Kavali (25 km) |
| 13 | Peda Annaluru | Velagapadu | Kavali (40 km) |
| 14 | Pedakonduru | Pedakonduru | Kavali (26 km) |
| 15 | Ravulakollu | Ravulakollu | Kavali (40 km) |
| 16 | Siddana Konduru | Siddanakonduru | Kavali (32 km) |
| 17 | Thellapadu | Tellapadu | Kavali (49 km) |
| 18 | Veeranakollu | Veernakolu | Kavali (48 km) |
| 19 | Velagapadu | Velagapadu | Kavali (40 km) |
| 20 | Venkannapalem | Kaligiri | Kavali (38 km) |
Population of Kaligiri Mandal
The population profile of Kaligiri 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 Kaligiri 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 | 43,954 | 43,954 | N/A |
| Male Population | 22,362 | 22,362 | N/A |
| Female Population | 21,592 | 21,592 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 4,460 | 4,460 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,356 | 2,356 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,104 | 2,104 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 24,976 | 24,976 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 14,767 | 14,767 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 10,209 | 10,209 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 18,978 | 18,978 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 7,595 | 7,595 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 11,383 | 11,383 | N/A |
| Total Households | 11,476 | 11,476 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 43,954 people. Includes nearly 22,362 males and 21,592 females. Rural population is about 43,954 people.
- There are around 4,460 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 2,356 boys and 2,104 girls.
- Literate population is about 24,976 people. Non-literate population is around 18,978 people.
- There are nearly 11,476 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Kaligiri 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 | 9,284 | 9,284 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 4,680 | 4,680 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 4,604 | 4,604 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 2,090 | 2,090 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 1,085 | 1,085 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 1,005 | 1,005 | N/A |
| Population Density | 109 / km² | 109 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Kaligiri Mandal is approximately 9,284 people, including 4,680 males and 4,604 females. Around 9,284 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Kaligiri Mandal is about 2,090 people, including 1,085 males and 1,005 females. Around 2,090 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 109 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 109 people per sq. km.