Kodavalur
Kodavalur 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 Kodavalur Block (CD) is 05169. The total area of Kodavalur Mandal is 140 km². Kodavalur has a sex ratio of approximately 1035 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Kodavalur Mandal
Kodavalur Mandal has a total of 16 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 Kodavalur Mandal, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alurupadu | Allurpadu | Nellore (15 km) |
| 2 | Basavaipalem | Basavayapalem | Nellore (18 km) |
| 3 | Bodduvaripalem | Bodduvaripalem | Nellore (14 km) |
| 4 | Damegunta | Damegunta | Nellore (17 km) |
| 5 | Gandavaram | Gandavaram | Nellore (14 km) |
| 6 | Gotlapalem | Gandavaram | Nellore (20 km) |
| 7 | Gundalammapalem | Gundalamma Palem | Nellore (15 km) |
| 8 | Kodavalur | Kodavalur | Nellore (13 km) |
| 9 | Kothavangallu | Kothavangallu | Nellore (25 km) |
| 10 | Maneguntapadu | Maneguntapadu | Nellore (15 km) |
| 11 | Naidupalem | Naidu Palem | Nellore (16 km) |
| 12 | North Rajupalem | North Rajupalem | Nellore (12 km) |
| 13 | Ramannapalem | Ramannapalem | Nellore (12 km) |
| 14 | Talamanchi | Ragadichalika | Nellore (20 km) |
| 15 | Venkannapuram | Venkananapuram | Nellore (16 km) |
| 16 | Yellayapalem | Mikkilimpeta | Nellore (12 km) |
Population of Kodavalur Mandal
The population profile of Kodavalur 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 Kodavalur 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 | 48,820 | 48,820 | N/A |
| Male Population | 23,988 | 23,988 | N/A |
| Female Population | 24,832 | 24,832 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 4,961 | 4,961 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,589 | 2,589 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,372 | 2,372 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 31,184 | 31,184 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 16,413 | 16,413 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 14,771 | 14,771 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 17,636 | 17,636 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 7,575 | 7,575 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 10,061 | 10,061 | N/A |
| Total Households | 13,376 | 13,376 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 48,820 people. Includes nearly 23,988 males and 24,832 females. Rural population is about 48,820 people.
- There are around 4,961 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 2,589 boys and 2,372 girls.
- Literate population is about 31,184 people. Non-literate population is around 17,636 people.
- There are nearly 13,376 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Kodavalur 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 | 13,351 | 13,351 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 6,552 | 6,552 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 6,799 | 6,799 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 8,811 | 8,811 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 4,205 | 4,205 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 4,606 | 4,606 | N/A |
| Population Density | 349 / km² | 349 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Kodavalur Mandal is approximately 13,351 people, including 6,552 males and 6,799 females. Around 13,351 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Kodavalur Mandal is about 8,811 people, including 4,205 males and 4,606 females. Around 8,811 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 349 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 349 people per sq. km.