Devarapalle
Devarapalle 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 Devarapalle Block (CD) is 04957. The total area of Devarapalle Mandal is 218 km². Devarapalle has a sex ratio of approximately 1000 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Devarapalle Mandal
Devarapalle Mandal has a total of 13 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 Devarapalle Mandal, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bandapuram | Bandapuram | Kovvur (22 km) |
| 2 | Chinnayagudem | Chinnayagudem | Kovvur (33 km) |
| 3 | Devarapalle | Devarapalle | Kovvur (22 km) |
| 4 | Dhumanthunigudem | Dhumanthunigudem | Kovvur (25 km) |
| 5 | Duddukuru | Duddukuru | Kovvur (19 km) |
| 6 | Gowripatnam | Gowripatnam | Kovvur (15 km) |
| 7 | Kondagudem | Gowripatnam | Kovvur (13 km) |
| 8 | Kurukuru | Kurukuru | Nidadavole (21 km) |
| 9 | Laxmipuram | Lakshmipuram | Kovvur (32 km) |
| 10 | Pallantlai | Pallantla | Kovvur (27 km) |
| 11 | Tyajampudi | Tyajampudi | Nidadavole (20 km) |
| 12 | Yadavole | Yadavolu | Kovvur (36 km) |
| 13 | Yernagudem | Krishnampalem | Kovvur (28 km) |
Population of Devarapalle Mandal
The population profile of Devarapalle 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 Devarapalle 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 | 77,971 | 77,971 | N/A |
| Male Population | 38,967 | 38,967 | N/A |
| Female Population | 39,004 | 39,004 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 8,213 | 8,213 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 4,104 | 4,104 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 4,109 | 4,109 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 47,273 | 47,273 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 24,313 | 24,313 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 22,960 | 22,960 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 30,698 | 30,698 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 14,654 | 14,654 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 16,044 | 16,044 | N/A |
| Total Households | 21,841 | 21,841 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 77,971 people. Includes nearly 38,967 males and 39,004 females. Rural population is about 77,971 people.
- There are around 8,213 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 4,104 boys and 4,109 girls.
- Literate population is about 47,273 people. Non-literate population is around 30,698 people.
- There are nearly 21,841 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Devarapalle 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 | 26,920 | 26,920 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 13,195 | 13,195 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 13,725 | 13,725 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 701 | 701 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 324 | 324 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 377 | 377 | N/A |
| Population Density | 358 / km² | 358 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Devarapalle Mandal is approximately 26,920 people, including 13,195 males and 13,725 females. Around 26,920 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Devarapalle Mandal is about 701 people, including 324 males and 377 females. Around 701 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 358 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 358 people per sq. km.