Denduluru
Denduluru is a Town and Mandal in West Godavari 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 Denduluru Block (CD) is 04967. The total area of Denduluru Mandal is 185 km². Denduluru has a sex ratio of approximately 995 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Denduluru Mandal
Denduluru Mandal has a total of 26 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 Denduluru Mandal, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Akkireddigudem | Galayagduem | Eluru (10 km) |
| 2 | Challachintalapudi | Chalachintalapudi | Eluru (23 km) |
| 3 | Challapalle | Somavarappadu | Eluru (10 km) |
| 4 | Denduluru | Denduluru | Eluru (8 km) |
| 5 | Dosapadu | Dosapadu | Eluru (11 km) |
| 6 | Galayagudem | Galayagduem | Eluru (8 km) |
| 7 | Gopannapalem | Gopannapalem | Eluru (8 km) |
| 8 | Gudigunta | Chalachintalapudi | Eluru (11 km) |
| 9 | Komirepalle | Kothagudem | Eluru (16 km) |
| 10 | Kothagudem | Kothagudem | Eluru (17 km) |
| 11 | Kothapalle | Gopannapalem | Eluru (6 km) |
| 12 | Kovvali | Kovvali | Eluru (8 km) |
| 13 | Malakacherla | Ramaraogudem | Eluru (18 km) |
| 14 | Medinaraopalem | Medinaravupalem | Eluru (17 km) |
| 15 | Muppavaram | Muppavaram | Eluru (20 km) |
| 16 | Naguladevunipadu | Galayagduem | Eluru (11 km) |
| 17 | Narasimhapuram | Muppavaram | Eluru (20 km) |
| 18 | Pothunuru | Potunuru | Eluru (13 km) |
| 19 | Ramaraogudem | Ramaraogudem | Eluru (18 km) |
| 20 | Saanigudem | Sanigudem | Eluru (10 km) |
| 21 | Singavaram | Kothagudem | Eluru (15 km) |
| 22 | Somavarappadu | Somavarappadu | Eluru (3 km) |
| 23 | Sriramavaram | Sriramavaram | Eluru (16 km) |
| 24 | Thimmannagudem | Chalachintalapudi | Eluru (25 km) |
| 25 | Uppugudem | Somavarappadu | Eluru (9 km) |
| 26 | Vegavaram | Gopannapalem | Eluru (8 km) |
Population of Denduluru Mandal
The population profile of Denduluru 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 Denduluru 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 | 66,695 | 66,695 | N/A |
| Male Population | 33,425 | 33,425 | N/A |
| Female Population | 33,270 | 33,270 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 6,637 | 6,637 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,364 | 3,364 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,273 | 3,273 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 43,198 | 43,198 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 22,707 | 22,707 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 20,491 | 20,491 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 23,497 | 23,497 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 10,718 | 10,718 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 12,779 | 12,779 | N/A |
| Total Households | 18,782 | 18,782 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 66,695 people. Includes nearly 33,425 males and 33,270 females. Rural population is about 66,695 people.
- There are around 6,637 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 3,364 boys and 3,273 girls.
- Literate population is about 43,198 people. Non-literate population is around 23,497 people.
- There are nearly 18,782 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Denduluru 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 | 19,156 | 19,156 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 9,591 | 9,591 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 9,565 | 9,565 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 478 | 478 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 245 | 245 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 233 | 233 | N/A |
| Population Density | 360 / km² | 360 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Denduluru Mandal is approximately 19,156 people, including 9,591 males and 9,565 females. Around 19,156 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Denduluru Mandal is about 478 people, including 245 males and 233 females. Around 478 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 360 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 360 people per sq. km.