Penumantra
Penumantra 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 Penumantra Block (CD) is 04978. The total area of Penumantra Mandal is 82 km². Penumantra has a sex ratio of approximately 1002 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Penumantra Mandal
Penumantra Mandal has a total of 16 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 Penumantra Mandal, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alamuru | Alamuru | Palacole (12 km) |
| 2 | Bhatlamagutur | Batlamaguturu | Palacole (15 km) |
| 3 | Juttiga | Juttiga | Tanuku (15 km) |
| 4 | Koyyetipadu | Koyyetipadu | Palacole (14 km) |
| 5 | Mallipudi | Mallipudi | Tanuku (15 km) |
| 6 | Mamuduru | Mamuduru | Tanuku (21 km) |
| 7 | Marteru | Marteru | Palacole (11 km) |
| 8 | Nattarameswaram | Natta Rameswaram | Tanuku (16 km) |
| 9 | Neggipudi | Neggipudi | Palacole (13 km) |
| 10 | Nelamuru | Nelamuru | Palacole (10 km) |
| 11 | Oduru | Oduru | Palacole (14 km) |
| 12 | Penumantra | Garuvu | Tanuku (16 km) |
| 13 | Polamuru | Polamuru | Bhimavaram (22 km) |
| 14 | Satyavaram | Satyavaram | Palacole (14 km) |
| 15 | Somarajuillindalaparru | Somaraju Illindraparru | Tanuku (13 km) |
| 16 | Velagaleru | Velagaleru | Palacole (12 km) |
Population of Penumantra Mandal
The population profile of Penumantra 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 Penumantra 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 | 60,153 | 60,153 | N/A |
| Male Population | 30,043 | 30,043 | N/A |
| Female Population | 30,110 | 30,110 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 5,309 | 5,309 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,744 | 2,744 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,565 | 2,565 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 43,982 | 43,982 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 22,817 | 22,817 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 21,165 | 21,165 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 16,171 | 16,171 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 7,226 | 7,226 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 8,945 | 8,945 | N/A |
| Total Households | 16,952 | 16,952 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 60,153 people. Includes nearly 30,043 males and 30,110 females. Rural population is about 60,153 people.
- There are around 5,309 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 2,744 boys and 2,565 girls.
- Literate population is about 43,982 people. Non-literate population is around 16,171 people.
- There are nearly 16,952 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Penumantra 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 | 12,780 | 12,780 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 6,345 | 6,345 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 6,435 | 6,435 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 307 | 307 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 162 | 162 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 145 | 145 | N/A |
| Population Density | 734 / km² | 734 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Penumantra Mandal is approximately 12,780 people, including 6,345 males and 6,435 females. Around 12,780 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Penumantra Mandal is about 307 people, including 162 males and 145 females. Around 307 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 734 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 734 people per sq. km.