Kanchumarru - Attili, West Godavari
Kanchumarru is a village situated in the Attili mandal of West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Attili and around 81 km from the district headquarters in Eluru. Kanchumarru village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanchumarru is 588559. The village covers a total geographical area of 339 hectares and falls under the 534230 pincode. Bhimavaram is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Kanchumarru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kanchumarru
As per Census 2011, Kanchumarru village has a total population of 2,087 people, consisting of 1,060 males and 1,027 females. The village has 564 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 182 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,217 literate and 870 illiterate residents. Additionally, 578 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanchumarru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,087 | 1,060 | 1,027 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 182 | 96 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 578 | 298 | 280 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,217 | 661 | 556 |
| Illiterate Population | 870 | 399 | 471 |
Nearby Villages of Kanchumarru
Kanchumarru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aravalli | South-East | 2.04 km |
| Eduru | West | 2.37 km |
| Manchili | North-East | 2.41 km |
| Skinnerapuram | South | 2.73 km |
| Korukollu | South-West | 3.16 km |
| Paluru | North | 3.28 km |
| Kommara | North-West | 3.36 km |
| Mamuduru | East | 3.79 km |
| Unikili | South | 4.14 km |
| Seethalamkonde Padu | West | 4.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kanchumarru
Kanchumarru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Aravalli, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhimavaram to Kanchumarru is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Eluru to Kanchumarru is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanchumarru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanchumarru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kanchumarru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanchumarru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kanchumarru
Where is Kanchumarru located?
Kanchumarru village is located in Attili Mandal, West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanchumarru?
Kanchumarru is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kanchumarru?
The pincode of Kanchumarru is 534230.
What is the population of Kanchumarru?
Kanchumarru has a total population of 2,087, including 1,060 males and 1,027 females.
How many households are there in Kanchumarru?
There are 564 households in Kanchumarru.
What is the literacy rate in Kanchumarru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanchumarru is 58.31%. Male literacy is 62.36% and female literacy is 54.14%.