Pedagaruvu - Chinthapalli, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Pedagaruvu is a village situated in the Chinthapalli mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 48 km from Chintapalle and around 139 km from Visakhapatnam. Tammingulavalsa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pedagaruvu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pedagaruvu is 585175. The village covers a total geographical area of 10 hectares and falls under the 531111 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 98 km away.
Pedagaruvu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pedagaruvu
According to the 2011 Census, Pedagaruvu village had a total population of 92 people, including 49 males and 43 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 878 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.97%, with male literacy at 52.38% and female literacy at 21.62%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 90.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 92 | 49 | 43 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 90 | 48 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 30 | 22 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 27 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Pedagaruvu
Pedagaruvu is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Pedagaruvu
Public transport in the Pedagaruvu is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anakapalle to Pedagaruvu is about 98 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Pedagaruvu is about 139 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pedagaruvu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pedagaruvu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pedagaruvu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pedagaruvu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pedagaruvu
Where is Pedagaruvu located?
Pedagaruvu village is located in Chinthapalli Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pedagaruvu?
The Gram Panchayat of Pedagaruvu is Tammingulavalsa.
What is the pincode of Pedagaruvu?
The pincode of Pedagaruvu is 531111.
What is the population of Pedagaruvu?
Pedagaruvu had a total population of 92, including 49 males and 43 females.
How many households are there in Pedagaruvu?
Pedagaruvu had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pedagaruvu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pedagaruvu was 37.97%. Male literacy was 52.38% and female literacy was 21.62%.