About Vinukonda

Vinukonda is a town in Guntur district, Andhra Pradesh, India. It had a population of 52,830 at the time of the 2001 Census. Local mythology holds a hill nearby as the place where Rama was informed of his wife Sita's abduction. The name therefore literally translates to "Hearing Hill". It is also the headquarters of a mandal of the same name. Vinukonda is located at 1603N 7945E / 16.05N 79.75E / 16.05; 79.75. It has an average elevation of 75metres (246feet). Much like the rest of Guntur district, it has very hot summers and mild winters. Rainfall is mostly in the months of July to September. High concentrations of fluorides are found in the underground water reserves and potable water is therefore rare. The STD code of the town is +91 8646 and PIN Code is 522647. Dolmens and other megalithic structures have been found in the town's neighbourhood. Inscriptions from the about 1000-1400 CE are also to be found in many old temples. The Vishnukundina, a local dynasty, ruled the...