Peddagaruvu - G.Madugula, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Peddagaruvu is a village situated in the G.Madugula mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from G.madugula and around 167 km from Visakhapatnam. G.madugula serves as the Gram Panchayat for Peddagaruvu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Peddagaruvu is 584838. The village covers a total geographical area of 21 hectares and falls under the 531029 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 117 km away.
Peddagaruvu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Peddagaruvu
According to the 2011 Census, Peddagaruvu village had a total population of 83 people, including 44 males and 39 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 886 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.37%, with male literacy at 68.29% and female literacy at 28.95%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 83.
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 | 83 | 44 | 39 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 83 | 44 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 39 | 28 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 16 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Peddagaruvu
Peddagaruvu 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 Peddagaruvu
Public transport in the Peddagaruvu is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Peddagaruvu is about 117 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Peddagaruvu is about 167 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Peddagaruvu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Peddagaruvu 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 Peddagaruvu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Peddagaruvu 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Peddagaruvu
Where is Peddagaruvu located?
Peddagaruvu village is located in G.Madugula Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Peddagaruvu?
The Gram Panchayat of Peddagaruvu is G.madugula.
What is the pincode of Peddagaruvu?
The pincode of Peddagaruvu is 531029.
What is the population of Peddagaruvu?
Peddagaruvu had a total population of 83, including 44 males and 39 females.
How many households are there in Peddagaruvu?
Peddagaruvu had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Peddagaruvu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Peddagaruvu was 49.37%. Male literacy was 68.29% and female literacy was 28.95%.