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Constituency Overview
Koduru Assembly Constituency is a Scheduled Caste (SC) reserved constituency located in Tirupati district of Andhra Pradesh and forms part of the Tirupati Lok Sabha constituency. Situated in the southern coastal belt of the state, the constituency comprises predominantly rural areas interspersed with small towns and agricultural settlements. Agriculture, aquaculture, dairy farming and agricultural labour form the backbone of the local economy. The constituency benefits from its proximity to Tirupati city while retaining a strong rural character. Koduru represents a typical agrarian constituency where irrigation, welfare schemes and rural development play a major role in shaping socio-economic and political outcomes.
Location
Approximate location of Kodur Assembly Constituency, Tirupati district.
2024 Election Result
Arava Sreedhar
Votes: 78,594
Koramutla Sreenivasulu
Votes: 67,493
Victory margin: 11,101 votes
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2019 Election Result
Koramutla Sreenivasulu
Votes: 78,312
Panthagani Narasimha Prasad
Votes: 43,433
Victory margin: 34,879 votes
2014 Election Result
Koramutla
Votes: 66,820
Obili Subbaramaiah
Votes: 64,848
Victory margin: 1,972 votes
2019 → 2024 Comparison
Won by YSRCP in 2019, flipped to JSP in 2024. Winning margin narrowed from 34,879 (2019) to 11,101 (2024) — down 23,778 votes.
Political History
Koduru has traditionally witnessed electoral contests among the Congress, Telugu Desam Party (TDP) and YSR Congress Party (YSRCP). As a Scheduled Caste reserved constituency, social welfare, representation and inclusive development have remained important political themes. The constituency has often reflected broader political trends in southern Andhra Pradesh. In recent decades, contests between the TDP and YSRCP have dominated local politics. Electoral campaigns generally focus on agriculture, irrigation, rural infrastructure, welfare schemes and employment opportunities.
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Key Development Issues
Agriculture and irrigation remain the most important concerns in Koduru. Farmers seek improved water management, canal maintenance and support for agricultural productivity. Rural roads, healthcare facilities, educational institutions and drinking water supply continue to be key development priorities. Employment generation and skill-development programmes are important concerns, particularly for young people. Residents also seek support for dairy farming, fisheries and agro-based industries to strengthen the rural economy and create additional income opportunities.
Constituency Insights
Koduru is predominantly rural, with a significant proportion of the population dependent on agriculture, agricultural labour and allied sectors. Scheduled Castes constitute a sizeable share of the electorate, making social welfare and inclusive development important political issues. Paddy cultivation, dairy farming and aquaculture contribute significantly to household incomes. Voters generally prioritise irrigation, welfare delivery, infrastructure development and employment opportunities. Grassroots leadership and local development initiatives often play a decisive role in electoral outcomes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Where is Koduru Assembly Constituency located?
A: Koduru Assembly Constituency is located in Tirupati district of Andhra Pradesh and forms part of the Tirupati Lok Sabha constituency.
Q: Is Koduru a reserved constituency?
A: Yes. Koduru is a Scheduled Caste (SC) reserved Assembly constituency.
Q: Who is the current MLA of Koduru?
A: Arava Sreedhar of the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) is the current MLA of Koduru, having won the 2024 Assembly election.
Q: What are the major economic activities in Koduru?
A: Agriculture, aquaculture, dairy farming, agricultural labour, retail trade and transport are the major economic activities in the constituency.
Q: What are the major crops grown in Koduru?
A: Paddy, sugarcane, groundnut, black gram, green gram, vegetables and fodder crops are among the major crops cultivated in the constituency.
Q: Is Koduru an urban or rural constituency?
A: Koduru is predominantly a rural constituency with agriculture and allied sectors serving as the primary sources of livelihood.
Q: Which Lok Sabha constituency does Koduru belong to?
A: Koduru Assembly Constituency is part of the Tirupati Lok Sabha constituency.
Q: What are the key development issues in Koduru?
A: Irrigation, agricultural development, rural roads, healthcare facilities, education, drinking water supply and employment generation are among the major development concerns.
Q: Why are aquaculture and dairy farming important in Koduru?
A: These sectors provide supplementary income to rural households and contribute significantly to the constituency's economy alongside agriculture.
Q: What factors influence elections in Koduru?
A: Agricultural development, welfare schemes, irrigation projects, rural infrastructure, social welfare programmes and local leadership are among the most important factors influencing elections in the constituency.