Palacoderu
Palacoderu 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 Palacoderu Block (CD) is 04977. The total area of Palacoderu Mandal is 89 km². Palacoderu has a sex ratio of approximately 1008 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Palacoderu Mandal
Palacoderu Mandal has a total of 14 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 Palacoderu Mandal, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Garagaparru | Garagaparru | Bhimavaram (5 km) |
| 2 | Gollalakoderu | Gollalakoderu | Bhimavaram (4 km) |
| 3 | Goraganamudi | Goraganamudi | Bhimavaram (6 km) |
| 4 | Kondepudi | Kondepudi | Bhimavaram (10 km) |
| 5 | Korukollu | Korukollu | Bhimavaram (9 km) |
| 6 | Kumudavalli | Kumudavalli | Bhimavaram (5 km) |
| 7 | Mogallu | Mogallu | Bhimavaram (8 km) |
| 8 | Mypa | Mypa | Bhimavaram (10 km) |
| 9 | Palakoderu | Palakoderu | Bhimavaram (5 km) |
| 10 | Pennada Agraharam | Pennada Agraharam | Bhimavaram (5 km) |
| 11 | Srungavruksham | Srungavruksham | Bhimavaram (8 km) |
| 12 | Vendra | Vendra | Bhimavaram (8 km) |
| 13 | Vendra Agraharam | Vendra Agraharam | Bhimavaram (9 km) |
| 14 | Vissakoderu | Vissakoderu | Bhimavaram (3 km) |
Population of Palacoderu Mandal
The population profile of Palacoderu 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 Palacoderu 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 | 66,119 | 66,119 | N/A |
| Male Population | 32,927 | 32,927 | N/A |
| Female Population | 33,192 | 33,192 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 6,247 | 6,247 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,218 | 3,218 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,029 | 3,029 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 46,075 | 46,075 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 24,015 | 24,015 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 22,060 | 22,060 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 20,044 | 20,044 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 8,912 | 8,912 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 11,132 | 11,132 | N/A |
| Total Households | 19,149 | 19,149 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 66,119 people. Includes nearly 32,927 males and 33,192 females. Rural population is about 66,119 people.
- There are around 6,247 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 3,218 boys and 3,029 girls.
- Literate population is about 46,075 people. Non-literate population is around 20,044 people.
- There are nearly 19,149 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Palacoderu 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 | 11,208 | 11,208 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 5,588 | 5,588 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 5,620 | 5,620 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 606 | 606 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 301 | 301 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 305 | 305 | N/A |
| Population Density | 746 / km² | 746 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Palacoderu Mandal is approximately 11,208 people, including 5,588 males and 5,620 females. Around 11,208 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Palacoderu Mandal is about 606 people, including 301 males and 305 females. Around 606 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 746 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 746 people per sq. km.