Prakasam, located in the state of Andhra Pradesh, India, is a historically significant district and city. This article offers a comprehensive overview of Prakasam, including its population, demographic details, household data, administrative structure, and a detailed list of its subdivisions or sub-districts. Explore the key facts and figures that make Prakasam a vital part of Andhra Pradesh.
Prakasam is one of the key districts in Andhra Pradesh, covering an area of 17626 /km² with a total population of 3397448 as per the latest census. With a population density of 192.75 /km² (people per squar km), Prakasam is home to 985 villages, reflecting its rich cultural and demographic diversity.
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Prakasam District is approximately 3397448, with a division between rural and urban areas. The rural population stands at 2732866, while the urban population is 664582. The district has a population density of 192.75 /km² (people per square kilometer).
| Rural | Urban | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 2732866 | 664582 | 3397448 |
| Male | 1382641 | 332123 | 1714764 |
| Female | 1350225 | 332459 | 1682684 |
Prakasam District is home to approximately 860463 households, with a large proportion located in rural areas. The district has an average household size of 3.95 people.
| Type | Households |
|---|---|
| Total | 860463 |
| Rural | 691813 |
| Urban | 168650 |
In Prakasam District, villages are categorized based on their population size. Here’s a breakdown of the number of villages within each population range:
| Total Population | Villages |
|---|---|
| less than 200 | 51 |
| 200-499 | 68 |
| 500-999 | 148 |
| 1000-1999 | 242 |
| 2000-4999 | 350 |
| 5000-9999 | 100 |
| 10000 and above | 26 |
Prakasam District is administratively divided into 38 Subdivisions or tehsils to streamline governance and ensure efficient management. Each tehsil is overseen by a Tehsildar, who manages revenue administration and maintains law and order within the subdivision.
| District | Area (km²) | Population (2011) | Density (/km²) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ardhaveedu | 706.54 | 36169 | 51.19 |
| Bestavaripeta | 472.47 | 51062 | 108.07 |
| Chandra Sekhara Puram | 573.09 | 44953 | 78.44 |
| Chimakurthy | 287.77 | 79343 | 275.71 |
| Cumbum | 137.45 | 48698 | 354.31 |
| Darsi | 366.08 | 86702 | 236.84 |
| Donakonda | 347.57 | 48148 | 138.53 |
| Dornala | 885.33 | 44187 | 49.91 |
| Giddalur | 781.62 | 86133 | 110.2 |
| Hanumanthuni Padu | 406.53 | 30964 | 76.17 |
| Kanigiri | 513.81 | 92466 | 179.96 |
| Komarolu | 318.04 | 40517 | 127.39 |
| Konakanamitla | 466.57 | 49259 | 105.58 |
| Kondapi | 214.35 | 43004 | 200.62 |
| Kotha Patnam | 166.26 | 50006 | 300.77 |
| Kurichedu | 277.32 | 40801 | 147.13 |
| Maddipadu | 167.25 | 52353 | 313.03 |
| Markapuram | 307.01 | 122984 | 400.59 |
| Marripudi | 391.4 | 38848 | 99.25 |
| Mundlamuru | 329.75 | 56783 | 172.2 |
| Naguluppala Padu | 256.46 | 67733 | 264.11 |
| Ongole | 203.8 | 253122 | 1241.98 |
| Pamur | 415.11 | 63017 | 151.81 |
| Pedacherlo Palle | 357.92 | 36985 | 103.33 |
| Peddaaraveedu | 270.79 | 42262 | 156.07 |
| Podili | 332.1 | 67017 | 201.8 |
| Ponnaluru | 339.14 | 43016 | 126.84 |
| Pullalacheruvu | 692.52 | 53279 | 76.93 |
| Racherla | 358.84 | 35080 | 97.76 |
| Santhanuthala Padu | 211.63 | 66186 | 312.74 |
| Singarayakonda | 111.33 | 65784 | 590.87 |
| Tangutur | 202.2 | 62618 | 309.68 |
| Tarlupadu | 266.98 | 34640 | 129.75 |
| Thallur | 195.43 | 48400 | 247.66 |
| Tripuranthakam | 274.25 | 62627 | 228.36 |
| Veligandla | 390.74 | 35951 | 92.01 |
| Yerragondapalem | 1147.11 | 64063 | 55.85 |
| Zarugumalli | 137.84 | 42866 | 310.98 |
1. What is the total area of Prakasam District?
2. What is the total population of Prakasam District?
3. How is the population distributed between rural and urban areas in Prakasam?
4. What is the population density of Prakasam District?
5. How many households are there in Prakasam District?
6. What is the average household size in Prakasam District?
7. How many subdivisions (tehsils) are there in Prakasam District?