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Konda Koppaka

Introduction:

 * It is a small beautiful village.
 * It is located 5km from the Anakapalli.
 * The people in this village are very good and have character of hospitality.
 * On it's one side, small chanel named "Godavari" is present.

History:

The village was originally under the rule of the Kalinga Empire, and later came under the rule of the Gajapati, Kakatiya, and Qutub Shahi empires. Around 1450, Appala Raju took over the rule of region under the Nawab of Arcot, with Anakapalle as his fortified headquarters.

Its alias names are Konda koppaka, Konda King Koppaka. It is located by the side of a river named Godavari. These historic monuments are of great interest to tourists. During the Independence struggle of India, many prominent leaders like Mahatma Gandhi visited Konda Koppaka.. It is around 30 km in distance from Vishakapatnam.

Temples:

The majority of people are Hindu; therefore, it is no surprise that there are a large number of temples spread throughout the town. Some of the most famous Hindu Temples are:
 * Bulokamma Temple
 * Pyditalli Temple
 * Vinayaka Temple
 * Sri Rama Temple

Educational Institution:

Being a small village, there is only one Government school present in this village. But it is only one large high school than surround villages.

Industries:

In this some of industries are present. They are:
 * Gemini Drinks
 * Sri Laxmi Grand Fire works

Geography: Konda Koppaka is located on the banks of River Godavari at 17°41′N 83°01′E﻿ / ﻿17.68°N 83.02°E﻿ / 17.68; 83.02[6]. It has an average elevation of 40 feets.

List of Presidents:
 * Vanapalli Baburao
 * Vanapalli Srinivaasara0
 * Vanapalli Varalaxmi

-By Thirumalesh 15:08, 24 March 2010 (UTC)