Poduru
Poduru 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 Poduru Block (CD) is 04982. The total area of Poduru Mandal is 92 km². Poduru has a sex ratio of approximately 983 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Poduru Mandal
Poduru 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 Poduru Mandal, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gummaluru | Gummuluru | Palacole (10 km) |
| 2 | Jagannadhapuram | Jagannathapuram | Palacole (11 km) |
| 3 | Jinnuru | Jinnuru | Palacole (4 km) |
| 4 | Kavitam | Kavitam | Palacole (10 km) |
| 5 | Kommuchikkala | K Chikkala | Palacole (12 km) |
| 6 | Mettaparru | Mattaparru | Palacole (7 km) |
| 7 | Miniminchilipadu | Miniminchilipadu | Palacole (15 km) |
| 8 | Pandithavilluru | Pandithavalluru | Palacole (17 km) |
| 9 | Pemmarajupolavaram | P Polavaram | Palacole (13 km) |
| 10 | Penumadam | Appanacheruvu | Palacole (5 km) |
| 11 | Poduru | Poduru | Palacole (10 km) |
| 12 | Ravipadu | Ravipadu | Palacole (12 km) |
| 13 | Vaddiparru | Vaddiparru | Palacole (13 km) |
| 14 | Vedangi | Vedangi | Palacole (7 km) |
Population of Poduru Mandal
The population profile of Poduru 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 Poduru 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 | 65,706 | 65,706 | N/A |
| Male Population | 33,128 | 33,128 | N/A |
| Female Population | 32,578 | 32,578 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 6,106 | 6,106 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,154 | 3,154 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,952 | 2,952 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 47,689 | 47,689 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 25,218 | 25,218 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 22,471 | 22,471 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 18,017 | 18,017 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 7,910 | 7,910 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 10,107 | 10,107 | N/A |
| Total Households | 18,294 | 18,294 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 65,706 people. Includes nearly 33,128 males and 32,578 females. Rural population is about 65,706 people.
- There are around 6,106 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 3,154 boys and 2,952 girls.
- Literate population is about 47,689 people. Non-literate population is around 18,017 people.
- There are nearly 18,294 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Poduru 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 | 17,675 | 17,675 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 8,855 | 8,855 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 8,820 | 8,820 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 485 | 485 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 241 | 241 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 244 | 244 | N/A |
| Population Density | 717 / km² | 717 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Poduru Mandal is approximately 17,675 people, including 8,855 males and 8,820 females. Around 17,675 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Poduru Mandal is about 485 people, including 241 males and 244 females. Around 485 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 717 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 717 people per sq. km.