Mandals in Palnadu District

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

30 Mandals
764 Villages

About Mandals in Palnadu District

Palnadu District in Andhra Pradesh is divided into 30 mandals (also known as tehsils, mandals, or subdivisions in different parts of India). These sub-district administrative divisions collectively cover approximately 764 villages and form the critical link between the district administration and grassroots communities.

Each mandal in Palnadu 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 Palnadu 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 30 mandals in Palnadu 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 Palnadu District

# Mandal Name Type Villages Population View Details
1 Amaravathi Mandal 21 66277 View
2 Atchampet Mandal 31 58447 View
3 Bellamkonda Mandal 26 38455 View
4 Bollapalle Mandal 40 58086 View
5 Chilakaluripet H O Purushotha Patnam Mandal 41 153629 View
6 Dachepalle Mandal 23 75233 View
7 Durgi Mandal 18 49059 View
8 Edlapadu Mandal 28 56321 View
9 Gurajala Tehsil 3 - View
10 Gurazala Mandal 15 66070 View
11 Ipur Mandal 25 46714 View
12 Ipuru Tehsil 4 - View
13 Karempudi Mandal 18 52367 View
14 Krosuru Mandal 28 56308 View
15 Machavaram Mandal 21 52469 View
16 Macherla Mandal 32 113048 View
17 Muppalla Mandal 17 42509 View
18 Nadendla Mandal 25 68978 View
19 Narasaraopet Mandal 42 211948 View
20 Nekarikallu Mandal 18 63349 View
21 Nuzendla Mandal 53 52853 View
22 Pedakurapadu Mandal 15 50030 View
23 Piduguralla Mandal 22 122319 View
24 Rajupalem Mandal 20 45213 View
25 Rentachintala Mandal 15 49827 View
26 Rompicherla Mandal 38 62060 View
27 Sattenapalle Mandal 34 130608 View
28 Savalyapuram H O Kanamarlapudi Mandal 24 37994 View
29 Veldurthi Mandal 25 49054 View
30 Vinukonda Mandal 42 112498 View

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How to Use This Directory

This mandal directory for Palnadu 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 Palnadu District?

Palnadu District has 30 mandals that together cover 764 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 Palnadu.

What is the difference between a mandal and a block in Palnadu 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 Palnadu District, they serve different administrative purposes and are headed by different officers (Tahsildar vs Block Development Officer).

Where is the mandal office located in Palnadu District?

Each mandal in Palnadu 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 Palnadu District?

To find your village's mandal in Palnadu 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 Palnadu District?

Mandal offices (Tahsildar offices) in Palnadu 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.