Mandals in Anakapalli District

Complete List of Sub-District Administrative Divisions in Anakapalli, Andhra Pradesh

24 Mandals
1,493 Villages

About Mandals in Anakapalli District

Anakapalli District in Andhra Pradesh is divided into 24 mandals (also known as tehsils, mandals, or subdivisions in different parts of India). These sub-district administrative divisions collectively cover approximately 1,493 villages and form the critical link between the district administration and grassroots communities.

Each mandal in Anakapalli District is headed by a Tahsildar (also called Mandal Officer or Revenue Officer), who serves as the primary administrative authority at the sub-district level. The Tahsildar and their team are responsible for maintaining land records and property documentation, collecting land revenue and property taxes, issuing essential government certificates (income, caste, residence, nativity), processing property mutations and transfers, implementing government welfare schemes, conducting local elections and census operations, and serving as first-level magistrate for minor legal matters. The mandal office (Taluk/Tehsil/Mandal office) is where citizens interact most frequently with the government for day-to-day administrative needs.

Understanding the mandal structure of Anakapalli District is essential for accessing local government services, identifying correct administrative jurisdictions, and navigating the bureaucratic system effectively. Below you'll find a complete list of all 24 mandals in Anakapalli District with their village coverage.

Terminology Note

In Andhra Pradesh, these administrative divisions are officially called mandals. The same administrative level is known as Taluks in South India, Tehsils in North India, Mandals in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, and Subdivisions in Eastern India. All terms refer to the same sub-district tier with similar administrative functions.

List of Mandals in Anakapalli District

# Mandal Name Type Villages Population View Details
1 Anakapalle Mandal 49 186937 View
2 Atchutapuram Mandal 42 66577 View
3 Butchayyapeta Mandal 75 66214 View
4 Cheedikada Mandal 65 46643 View
5 Chodavaram Mandal 58 88493 View
6 Devarapalle Mandal 87 58312 View
7 Golugonda Mandal 103 52852 View
8 Kasimkota Mandal 54 67262 View
9 K Kotapadu Mandal 57 60498 View
10 Kotauratla Mandal 50 54510 View
11 Madugula Mandal 117 72006 View
12 Makavarapalem Mandal 59 57568 View
13 Munagapaka Mandal 31 55520 View
14 Nakkapalle Mandal 71 81079 View
15 Narsipatnam Mandal 44 91612 View
16 Nathavaram Mandal 98 64607 View
17 Paravada Mandal 23 78165 View
18 Payakaraopeta Mandal 38 93093 View
19 Rambilli Mandal 72 53913 View
20 Ravikamatham Mandal 71 70761 View
21 Rolugunta Mandal 64 48388 View
22 Sabbavaram Mandal 64 67334 View
23 S Rayavaram Mandal 51 74101 View
24 Yelamanchili Mandal 50 70553 View

Browse Mandals in Anakapalli

How to Use This Directory

This mandal directory for Anakapalli District helps you find administrative divisions and access government services:

  1. Find your mandal: Locate the mandal that covers your village or area from the list above
  2. View detailed information: Click on any mandal name to see villages, post offices, banks, and government offices in that area
  3. Access services: Identify the correct mandal office (Tahsildar office) for certificate applications and land records
  4. Compare coverage: Use the village count column to understand the size and coverage of each mandal

Frequently Asked Questions

How many mandals are there in Anakapalli District?

Anakapalli District has 24 mandals that together cover 1,493 villages. These administrative divisions handle revenue collection, land records, and essential government certificate services for all citizens in the district. The mandals are administered under the overall supervision of the District Collector at Anakapalli.

What is the difference between a mandal and a block in Anakapalli District?

A mandal is a revenue administrative unit focused on land revenue collection, property registration, and issuing government certificates. A block (Community Development Block) is a development administrative unit focused on implementing rural development programs, healthcare, education, and welfare schemes. While both cover similar geographical areas in Anakapalli District, they serve different administrative purposes and are headed by different officers (Tahsildar vs Block Development Officer).

Where is the mandal office located in Anakapalli District?

Each mandal in Anakapalli District has its own mandal office (Tahsildar office) usually located in the headquarters town of that mandal. Click on any mandal name in the list above to find the specific location, contact details, and office information. The mandal office is where you submit applications for certificates, land mutations, and other revenue-related services.

How do I find which mandal my village belongs to in Anakapalli District?

To find your village's mandal in Anakapalli District: (1) Browse the mandals listed above and click on each to see the village list, (2) Check your land records or property documents which mention the mandal name, (3) Use the village search feature on ChennaiIQ to directly locate your village, or (4) Contact the District Collectorate for administrative boundary information.

What services can I access at a mandal office in Anakapalli District?

Mandal offices (Tahsildar offices) in Anakapalli District provide numerous essential services: Certificates: Income, caste, community, residence, nativity, and legal heir certificates. Land services: Patta transfers, mutation of records, encumbrance certificates, land valuations. Revenue services: Land tax payment, property tax assessment. Welfare services: Old age pension, widow pension, ration card applications. Emergency services: Emergency certificates during natural disasters. The Tahsildar also has magisterial powers to handle minor legal and administrative matters.