Penukonda Population
As per the 2011 Census, Penukonda Tehsil has a population of 55.38 k (55,383) with 28.28 k (28,280) males and 27.10 k (27,103) females.The sex ratio in Penukonda is 959, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Penukonda Tehsil is 5.80 k (5,803) which is 10.48% of Penukonda Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Penukonda Tehsil is 901 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Penukonda Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the Anantapur District in the state of ANDHRA PRADESH in India.
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Penukonda Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Penukonda Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 59.46 k (59,457), indicating a 7.36% increased from Penukonda's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 30.30 k, and the estimated female population is 29.16 k.
Penukonda Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Penukonda Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 59.66 k (59,662), projecting a 7.73% increased from Penukonda's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 30.40 k, and the estimated female population is 29.26 k.
Penukonda Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Penukonda Tehsil, with a total Hindu population of 46.25 k (46,252), accounting for 83.51% of the Penukonda Tehsil population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 23.63 k (23,634), and the Hindu female population is around 22.62 k (22,618).
Penukonda Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Penukonda Tehsil, with a total Muslim population of 8.84 k (8,840), accounting for 15.96% of the Penukonda Tehsil population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 4.50 k (4,501), and the Muslim female population is around 4.34 k (4,339).
Penukonda Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 46,252 | 83.51% |
| Muslim | 8,840 | 15.96% |
| Christian | 175 | 0.32% |
| Religion not stated | 83 | 0.15% |
| Jain | 16 | 0.03% |
| Sikh | 11 | 0.02% |
| Buddhist | 5 | 0.01% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 1 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationPenukonda Urban Population
The Urban population of Penukonda Tehsil is 0 (0), with 0 (0) being males and 0 (0) being females, making up 0% of the Penukonda total population, The sex ratio in urban population is N/A females for every 1000 males.
Penukonda Rural Population
The Rural population of Penukonda Tehsil is 55.38 k (55,383), with 28.28 k (28,280) being males and 27.10 k (27,103) being females, making up 100% of the Penukonda total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 959 females for every 1000 males.
Penukonda Literacy Rate
Penukonda Tehsil has a literacy rate of 66.33% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Penukonda Tehsil is 75.43 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Penukonda Tehsil is 56.9 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Penukonda Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately N/A%, while in the rural regions of Penukonda Tehsil, it is around 66.33%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Penukonda
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 66.33 | 75.43 | 56.9 |
| Urban Area | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rural Area | 66.33 | 75.43 | 56.9 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Penukonda
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 64.99 | 74.53 | 55.08 |
| Muslim | 72.82 | 79.75 | 65.71 |
| Christian | 87.95 | 91.46 | 84.52 |
| Religion not stated | 76.71 | 86.11 | 67.57 |
Penukonda Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Penukonda Tehsil is 7.48 k (7,478) with 3.79 k (3,793) males and 3.69 k (3,685) females, which is 13.5% of Penukonda Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 972 females for every 1000 males.
Penukonda Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Penukonda Tehsil is 3.67 k (3,672) with 1.90 k (1,901) males and 1.77 k (1,771) females, which is 6.63% of Penukonda Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 932 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Penukonda
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 959 |
| Urban Area | 0 |
| Rural Area | 959 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Penukonda
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 958 |
| Muslim | 965 |
| Christian | 1012 |
| Religion not stated | 977 |
Penukonda Area & Households
The Total Area of Penukonda Tehsil is 302.1 Square KM, with a population density of 183 people per square kilometer, and the Total Number of Villages in Penukonda Tehsil are 17.The Total Number of households in Penukonda Tehsil are 13.71 k(13,713).
Penukonda Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Penukonda Tehsil, there are about 26.59 k (26,586) workers, making up nearly 48% of the Penukonda Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 16.51 k (16,513) are male workers, and about 10.07 k (10,073) are female workers.
Penukonda - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 59.46 k (59,457) | 7.36% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 59.66 k (59,662) | 7.73% | 0.37 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 59.81 k (59,808) | 7.99% | 0.26 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 59.91 k (59,911) | 8.17% | 0.18 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 60.02 k (60,016) | 8.36% | 0.19 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 60.12 k (60,119) | 8.55% | 0.19 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 60.22 k (60,223) | 8.74% | 0.19 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 60.28 k (60,276) | 8.83% | 0.09 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 60.29 k (60,293) | 8.86% | 0.03 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 60.31 k (60,310) | 8.9% | 0.04 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 60.33 k (60,327) | 8.93% | 0.03 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 60.34 k (60,344) | 8.96% | 0.03 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 60.36 k (60,362) | 8.99% | 0.03 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Penukonda Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 60.36 k (60,362), with a male population of 30.66 k (30,658) and a female population of 29.70 k (29,698). This reflects a total growth of 8.99% from Penukonda Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.14%.