Padmapuram - G.Madugula, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Padmapuram is a village situated in the G.Madugula mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from G.madugula and around 154 km from Visakhapatnam. Vanjari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padmapuram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padmapuram is 584926. The village covers a total geographical area of 94 hectares and falls under the 531029 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 67 km away.
Padmapuram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Padmapuram
According to the 2011 Census, Padmapuram village had a total population of 490 people, including 250 males and 240 females, living in 109 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 24.94%, with male literacy at 31.68% and female literacy at 18.09%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 489.
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 | 490 | 250 | 240 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 48 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 489 | 249 | 240 |
| Literate Population | 100 | 64 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 390 | 186 | 204 |
Nearby Villages of Padmapuram
Padmapuram 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 Padmapuram
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Padmapuram.
| 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 Padmapuram is about 67 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Padmapuram is about 154 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padmapuram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padmapuram 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Padmapuram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padmapuram 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 Padmapuram
Where is Padmapuram located?
Padmapuram village is located in G.Madugula Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padmapuram?
The Gram Panchayat of Padmapuram is Vanjari.
What is the pincode of Padmapuram?
The pincode of Padmapuram is 531029.
What is the population of Padmapuram?
Padmapuram had a total population of 490, including 250 males and 240 females.
How many households are there in Padmapuram?
Padmapuram had 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padmapuram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padmapuram was 24.94%. Male literacy was 31.68% and female literacy was 18.09%.