Kandukuru - Vemsoor, Khammam
Kandukuru is a village situated in the Vemsoor mandal of Khammam district, Telangana. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vemsoor and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Khammam. Kandukuru village is a designated Grama Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kandukuru is 579908. The village covers a total geographical area of 3022 hectares and falls under the 507164 pincode. Sathupalle is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kandukuru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sathupalli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khammam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kandukuru
According to the 2011 Census, Kandukuru village had a total population of 5,085 people, including 2,566 males and 2,519 females, living in 1,383 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.69%, with male literacy at 69.28% and female literacy at 58.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,064, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 16.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,085 | 2,566 | 2,519 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 398 | 209 | 189 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,064 | 1,057 | 1,007 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 2,985 | 1,633 | 1,352 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,100 | 933 | 1,167 |
Nearby Villages of Kandukuru
Kandukuru is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kandukuru
Kandukuru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sathupalle to Kandukuru is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Kandukuru is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kandukuru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kandukuru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kandukuru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kandukuru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kandukuru
Where is Kandukuru located?
Kandukuru village is located in Vemsoor Mandal, Khammam district, Telangana, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Kandukuru?
Kandukuru is its own Grama Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kandukuru?
The pincode of Kandukuru is 507164.
What is the population of Kandukuru?
Kandukuru had a total population of 5,085, including 2,566 males and 2,519 females.
How many households are there in Kandukuru?
Kandukuru had 1,383 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kandukuru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandukuru was 63.69%. Male literacy was 69.28% and female literacy was 58.03%.