Lingapalem
Lingapalem 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 Lingapalem Block (CD) is 04945. The total area of Lingapalem Mandal is 208 km². Lingapalem has a sex ratio of approximately 975 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Lingapalem Mandal
Lingapalem Mandal has a total of 25 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 Lingapalem Mandal, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Asannagudem | Asannagudem | Eluru (40 km) |
| 2 | Ayyaparajugudem | Ayyaparajugudem | Eluru (20 km) |
| 3 | Badarala | Badarala | Eluru (50 km) |
| 4 | Bhogole | Bhogolu | Eluru (35 km) |
| 5 | Chandrannapalem | Mattamgudem | Eluru (30 km) |
| 6 | Dharmajigudem | Dharmajigudem | Eluru (30 km) |
| 7 | Ganapavarigudem | K Gokavaram | Eluru (36 km) |
| 8 | Juvvachalakarayudupalem | T Ch R Palem | Eluru (30 km) |
| 9 | Kalarayanagudem | Kalarayanagudem | Eluru (25 km) |
| 10 | Kalyanampadu | Lingapalem | Eluru (32 km) |
| 11 | Konijerla | Konijerla | Eluru (36 km) |
| 12 | Kothapalle | Kottapalli | Eluru (36 km) |
| 13 | Kothulagokavaram | K Gokavaram | Eluru (30 km) |
| 14 | Lingapalem | Lingapalem | Eluru (30 km) |
| 15 | Malleswaram | Singagudem | Eluru (32 km) |
| 16 | Mattamgudem | Mattamgudem | Eluru (35 km) |
| 17 | Mudicherla | Mudicharla | Eluru (35 km) |
| 18 | Mulagalampadu | Mulagalampadu | Eluru (40 km) |
| 19 | Patchanagaram | K Gokavaram | Eluru (38 km) |
| 20 | Pochavaram | Rangapuram | Eluru (35 km) |
| 21 | Puppalavarigudem | Puppalavarigudem | Eluru (42 km) |
| 22 | Rangapuram | Rangapuram | Eluru (35 km) |
| 23 | Singagudem | Singagudem | Eluru (30 km) |
| 24 | Vemulapalle | Vemulapalli | Eluru (40 km) |
| 25 | Yedavalli | Yedavalli | Eluru (34 km) |
Population of Lingapalem Mandal
The population profile of Lingapalem 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 Lingapalem 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 | 58,360 | 58,360 | N/A |
| Male Population | 29,546 | 29,546 | N/A |
| Female Population | 28,814 | 28,814 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 5,786 | 5,786 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,896 | 2,896 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,890 | 2,890 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 35,553 | 35,553 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 19,100 | 19,100 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 16,453 | 16,453 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 22,807 | 22,807 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 10,446 | 10,446 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 12,361 | 12,361 | N/A |
| Total Households | 15,626 | 15,626 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 58,360 people. Includes nearly 29,546 males and 28,814 females. Rural population is about 58,360 people.
- There are around 5,786 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 2,896 boys and 2,890 girls.
- Literate population is about 35,553 people. Non-literate population is around 22,807 people.
- There are nearly 15,626 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Lingapalem 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 | 23,897 | 23,897 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 12,155 | 12,155 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 11,742 | 11,742 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 329 | 329 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 165 | 165 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 164 | 164 | N/A |
| Population Density | 281 / km² | 281 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Lingapalem Mandal is approximately 23,897 people, including 12,155 males and 11,742 females. Around 23,897 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Lingapalem Mandal is about 329 people, including 165 males and 164 females. Around 329 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 281 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 281 people per sq. km.