Gopalapuram
Gopalapuram 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 Gopalapuram Block (CD) is 04951. The total area of Gopalapuram Mandal is 203 km². Gopalapuram has a sex ratio of approximately 1016 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Gopalapuram Mandal
Gopalapuram Mandal has a total of 19 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 Gopalapuram Mandal, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bhimolu | Bhimolu | Kovvur (31 km) |
| 2 | Cherukumilli | Cherukumilli | Kovvur (22 km) |
| 3 | Chityala | Chityala | Kovvur (25 km) |
| 4 | Dondapudi | Dondapudi | Kovvur (35 km) |
| 5 | Gangavaram | Jagannadhapuram | Kovvur (41 km) |
| 6 | Gangolu | Gangolu | Kovvur (26 km) |
| 7 | Gopalapuram | Gopalapuram | Kovvur (28 km) |
| 8 | Guddigudem | Guddigudem | Kovvur (33 km) |
| 9 | Jagannadhapuram | Jagannadhapuram | Kovvur (41 km) |
| 10 | Karagapadu | Karagapadu | Kovvur (33 km) |
| 11 | Karicharlagudem | Karicherlagudem | Kovvur (41 km) |
| 12 | Komatigunta | Komatikunta | Kovvur (39 km) |
| 13 | Kovvurupadu | Kovvurupadu | Kovvur (35 km) |
| 14 | Nandigudem | Nandigudem | Kovvur (38 km) |
| 15 | Saggonda | Saggonda | Kovvur (25 km) |
| 16 | Sagipadu | Dondapudi | Kovvur (35 km) |
| 17 | Vadalakunta | Vadalakunta | Rajahmundry (46 km) |
| 18 | Vellachintalagudem | Vellachintalagudem | Kovvur (33 km) |
| 19 | Venkatayapalem | Venkatayapalem | Kovvur (35 km) |
Population of Gopalapuram Mandal
The population profile of Gopalapuram 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 Gopalapuram 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 | 62,597 | 62,597 | N/A |
| Male Population | 31,040 | 31,040 | N/A |
| Female Population | 31,557 | 31,557 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 6,464 | 6,464 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,199 | 3,199 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,265 | 3,265 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 38,170 | 38,170 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 19,409 | 19,409 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 18,761 | 18,761 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 24,427 | 24,427 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 11,631 | 11,631 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 12,796 | 12,796 | N/A |
| Total Households | 17,624 | 17,624 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 62,597 people. Includes nearly 31,040 males and 31,557 females. Rural population is about 62,597 people.
- There are around 6,464 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 3,199 boys and 3,265 girls.
- Literate population is about 38,170 people. Non-literate population is around 24,427 people.
- There are nearly 17,624 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Gopalapuram 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 | 22,488 | 22,488 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 10,874 | 10,874 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 11,614 | 11,614 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 1,276 | 1,276 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 608 | 608 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 668 | 668 | N/A |
| Population Density | 308 / km² | 308 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Gopalapuram Mandal is approximately 22,488 people, including 10,874 males and 11,614 females. Around 22,488 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Gopalapuram Mandal is about 1,276 people, including 608 males and 668 females. Around 1,276 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 308 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 308 people per sq. km.