Kontheru - Yelamanchili, West Godavari
Kontheru is a village situated in the Yelamanchili mandal of West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Yelamanchilli and around 118 km from the district headquarters in Eluru.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kontheru is 588801. The village covers a total geographical area of 669 hectares and falls under the 534268 pincode. Palacole is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Population of Kontheru
As per Census 2011, Kontheru village has a total population of 7,432 people, consisting of 3,820 males and 3,612 females. The village has 2,107 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 751 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,316 literate and 2,116 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,151 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 31 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kontheru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,432 | 3,820 | 3,612 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 751 | 400 | 351 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,151 | 1,123 | 1,028 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 15 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 5,316 | 2,839 | 2,477 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,116 | 981 | 1,135 |
Nearby Villages of Kontheru
Kontheru is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Varidhanam | South-West | 2.13 km |
| Medapadu | East | 2.29 km |
| Pedamamidipalle | South-West | 2.91 km |
| Kaza | South | 3.22 km |
| Neredumilli | North-East | 3.80 km |
| Yelamanchili | South-East | 3.90 km |
| Digamarru | South-West | 3.99 km |
| Penumadam | North | 4.13 km |
| Siragalapalle | East | 4.28 km |
| Penumarru | North-East | 4.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kontheru
The nearest railway station is Palakollu, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palacole to Kontheru is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Eluru to Kontheru is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Kontheru
Where is Kontheru located?
Kontheru village is located in Yelamanchili Mandal, West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the pincode of Kontheru?
The pincode of Kontheru is 534268.
What is the population of Kontheru?
Kontheru has a total population of 7,432, including 3,820 males and 3,612 females.
How many households are there in Kontheru?
There are 2,107 households in Kontheru.
What is the literacy rate in Kontheru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kontheru is 71.53%. Male literacy is 74.32% and female literacy is 68.58%.