Kunukuntla - Tadimarri, Sri Sathya Sai
Kunukuntla is a village situated in the Tadimarri mandal of Sri Sathya Sai district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from Tadimarri and around 40 km from Anantapur. Kunukuntla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kunukuntla is 595178. The village covers a total geographical area of 2138 hectares and falls under the 515631 pincode. Dharmavaram is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Kunukuntla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kunukuntla
As per Census 2011, Kunukuntla village has a total population of 3,116 people, consisting of 1,580 males and 1,536 females. The village has 774 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 336 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,514 literate and 1,602 illiterate residents. Additionally, 686 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 38 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kunukuntla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,116 | 1,580 | 1,536 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 336 | 182 | 154 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 686 | 338 | 348 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 15 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 1,514 | 910 | 604 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,602 | 670 | 932 |
Nearby Villages of Kunukuntla
Kunukuntla 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 Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kondamanayanipalem | South-East | 3.16 km |
| Chillavaripalle | East | 3.93 km |
| Haveli Sodanapalle | West | 4.70 km |
| Gugudu | North | 5.87 km |
| Tadimarri | South | 6.42 km |
| Ellutla | North-East | 6.83 km |
| Peddakotla | South-East | 7.12 km |
| Pinnadari | South-West | 7.33 km |
| B.pappuru | West | 8.67 km |
| Dadithota | East | 8.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kunukuntla
Kunukuntla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ramanujampalli, while the nearest airport is Kadapa Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.6 km.
| 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 Dharmavaram to Kunukuntla is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anantapur to Kunukuntla is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kunukuntla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kunukuntla 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 Kunukuntla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kunukuntla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kunukuntla
Where is Kunukuntla located?
Kunukuntla village is located in Tadimarri Mandal, Sri Sathya Sai district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kunukuntla?
Kunukuntla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kunukuntla?
The pincode of Kunukuntla is 515631.
What is the population of Kunukuntla?
Kunukuntla has a total population of 3,116, including 1,580 males and 1,536 females.
How many households are there in Kunukuntla?
There are 774 households in Kunukuntla.
What is the literacy rate in Kunukuntla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kunukuntla is 48.59%. Male literacy is 57.59% and female literacy is 39.32%.