Penugonda
Penugonda 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 Penugonda Block (CD) is 04980. The total area of Penugonda Mandal is 68 km². Penugonda has a sex ratio of approximately 989 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Penugonda Mandal
Penugonda 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 Penugonda Mandal, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cherukuwada | Penugonda | Tanuku (18 km) |
| 2 | Chinamallam | Chinamallam | Tanuku (24 km) |
| 3 | Deva | Deva | Tanuku (22 km) |
| 4 | Ilaparru | Ilaparru | Tanuku (23 km) |
| 5 | Kothalaparru | Kotalaparru | Tanuku (24 km) |
| 6 | Mulaparru | Mulaparru | Tanuku (22 km) |
| 7 | Munamarru | Munamarru | Tanuku (24 km) |
| 8 | Nadipudi | Nadipudi | Tanuku (25 km) |
| 9 | Penugonda | Penugonda | Tanuku (18 km) |
| 10 | Ramannapalem | Ramannapalem | Tanuku (28 km) |
| 11 | Sidhantham | Dongaravipalem | Tanuku (20 km) |
| 12 | Tamarada | Tamarada | Tanuku (24 km) |
| 13 | Vadali | Vadali | Tanuku (20 km) |
| 14 | Venkatramapuram | Venkataramapuram | Tanuku (22 km) |
Population of Penugonda Mandal
The population profile of Penugonda 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 Penugonda 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 | 69,317 | 69,317 | N/A |
| Male Population | 34,837 | 34,837 | N/A |
| Female Population | 34,480 | 34,480 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 6,535 | 6,535 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,334 | 3,334 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,201 | 3,201 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 48,763 | 48,763 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 25,728 | 25,728 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 23,035 | 23,035 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 20,554 | 20,554 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 9,109 | 9,109 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 11,445 | 11,445 | N/A |
| Total Households | 19,124 | 19,124 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 69,317 people. Includes nearly 34,837 males and 34,480 females. Rural population is about 69,317 people.
- There are around 6,535 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 3,334 boys and 3,201 girls.
- Literate population is about 48,763 people. Non-literate population is around 20,554 people.
- There are nearly 19,124 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Penugonda 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 | 14,423 | 14,423 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 7,335 | 7,335 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 7,088 | 7,088 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 570 | 570 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 281 | 281 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 289 | 289 | N/A |
| Population Density | 1,024 / km² | 1,024 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Penugonda Mandal is approximately 14,423 people, including 7,335 males and 7,088 females. Around 14,423 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Penugonda Mandal is about 570 people, including 281 males and 289 females. Around 570 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 1,024 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 1,024 people per sq. km.