Penugonda
Penugonda is a village located in Penugonda mandal of West Godavari district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is situated 90km away from district headquarter Penugonda. Penugonda is the sub-district headquarter of Penugonda village. As per 2009 stats, Penugonda village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Penugonda unique in its vibrant Penugonda-West Godavari region. You’ll see Penugonda’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Penugonda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Penugonda is 588681. The village spans a total geographical area of 1116 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 534320. Tanuku is nearest town to Penugonda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
Google Map of Penugonda
Population of Penugonda
According to the 2011 Census, Penugonda has a total population of about 16,038, with approximately 7,857 males and 8,181 females. The sex ratio is around 1041 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,377 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,798 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 63. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.42%, with male literacy at about 78.15% and female literacy near 72.80%. There are around 4,320 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Penugonda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 16,038 | 7,857 | 8,181 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,377 | 673 | 704 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,798 | 897 | 901 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 63 | 30 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 12,096 | 6,140 | 5,956 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,942 | 1,717 | 2,225 |
Connectivity of Penugonda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Penugonda. As per the 2011 stats, Penugonda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Penugonda
Knowing the nearby villages of Penugonda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Penugonda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Penugonda
- Where is Penugonda located?
- Penugonda village is situated in Penugonda Mandal, within the West Godavari district of Andhra Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Penugonda?
- Penugonda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Penugonda?
- The pincode of Penugonda is 534320, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Penugonda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Penugonda is 16,038, with 7,857 males and 8,181 females.
- How many households are there in Penugonda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Penugonda village has a total of 4,320 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Penugonda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Penugonda is 75.42%. The male literacy rate is 78.15%, while the female literacy rate is 72.80%.