Mandals in West Godavari District
Complete List of Sub-District Administrative Divisions in West Godavari, Andhra Pradesh
About Mandals in West Godavari District
West Godavari District in Andhra Pradesh is divided into 20 mandals (also known as tehsils, mandals, or subdivisions in different parts of India). These sub-district administrative divisions collectively cover approximately 521 villages and form the critical link between the district administration and grassroots communities.
Each mandal in West Godavari 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 West Godavari 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 20 mandals in West Godavari 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 West Godavari District
| # | Mandal Name | Type | Villages | Population | View Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Achanta | Mandal | 12 | 60711 | View |
| 2 | Akividu | Mandal | 34 | 73889 | View |
| 3 | Attili | Mandal | 14 | 68881 | View |
| 4 | Bhimavaram | Mandal | 43 | 226497 | View |
| 5 | Ganapavaram | Tehsil | 22 | - | View |
| 6 | Iragavaram | Mandal | 21 | 65831 | View |
| 7 | Kalla | Mandal | 24 | 68118 | View |
| 8 | Mogalthur | Mandal | 33 | 72255 | View |
| 9 | Narasapuram | Mandal | 49 | 138741 | View |
| 10 | Palacoderu | Mandal | 15 | 66119 | View |
| 11 | Palacole | Mandal | 33 | 129717 | View |
| 12 | Pentapadu | Mandal | 43 | 70458 | View |
| 13 | Penugonda | Mandal | 14 | 69317 | View |
| 14 | Penumantra | Mandal | 18 | 60153 | View |
| 15 | Poduru | Mandal | 13 | 65706 | View |
| 16 | Tadepalligudem | Mandal | 54 | 192162 | View |
| 17 | Tanuku | Mandal | 14 | 148529 | View |
| 18 | Undi | Mandal | 33 | 66049 | View |
| 19 | Veeravasaram | Mandal | 15 | 64912 | View |
| 20 | Yelamanchili | Mandal | 17 | 71890 | View |
Browse Mandals in West Godavari
Achanta
Population: 60711Akividu
Population: 73889Attili
Population: 68881Bhimavaram
Population: 226497Ganapavaram
Iragavaram
Population: 65831Kalla
Population: 68118Mogalthur
Population: 72255Narasapuram
Population: 138741Palacoderu
Population: 66119Palacole
Population: 129717Pentapadu
Population: 70458Penugonda
Population: 69317Penumantra
Population: 60153Poduru
Population: 65706Tadepalligudem
Population: 192162Tanuku
Population: 148529Undi
Population: 66049Veeravasaram
Population: 64912Yelamanchili
Population: 71890How to Use This Directory
This mandal directory for West Godavari District helps you find administrative divisions and access government services:
- Find your mandal: Locate the mandal that covers your village or area from the list above
- View detailed information: Click on any mandal name to see villages, post offices, banks, and government offices in that area
- Access services: Identify the correct mandal office (Tahsildar office) for certificate applications and land records
- 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 West Godavari District?
West Godavari District has 20 mandals that together cover 521 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 West Godavari.
What is the difference between a mandal and a block in West Godavari 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 West Godavari District, they serve different administrative purposes and are headed by different officers (Tahsildar vs Block Development Officer).
Where is the mandal office located in West Godavari District?
Each mandal in West Godavari 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 West Godavari District?
To find your village's mandal in West Godavari 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 West Godavari District?
Mandal offices (Tahsildar offices) in West Godavari 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.