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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Kandukuru village has a total population of 5,085 people, consisting of 2,566 males and 2,519 females. The village has 1,383 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 398 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,985 literate and 2,100 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,064 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kandukuru are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Kandukuru?
Kandukuru is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kandukuru?
The pincode of Kandukuru is 507164.
What is the population of Kandukuru?
Kandukuru has a total population of 5,085, including 2,566 males and 2,519 females.
How many households are there in Kandukuru?
There are 1,383 households in Kandukuru.
What is the literacy rate in Kandukuru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandukuru is 58.70%. Male literacy is 63.64% and female literacy is 53.67%.