Peddalochale - G.Madugula, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Peddalochale is a village situated in the G.Madugula mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from G.madugula and around 152 km from Visakhapatnam. G.madugula serves as the Gram Panchayat for Peddalochale village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Peddalochale is 585026. The village covers a total geographical area of 325 hectares and falls under the 531029 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 101 km away.
Peddalochale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Peddalochale
According to the 2011 Census, Peddalochale village had a total population of 704 people, including 369 males and 335 females, living in 162 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.15%, with male literacy at 63.44% and female literacy at 27.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 662.
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 | 704 | 369 | 335 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 49 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 662 | 339 | 323 |
| Literate Population | 282 | 203 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 422 | 166 | 256 |
Nearby Villages of Peddalochale
Peddalochale 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 Peddalochale
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Peddalochale.
| 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 Peddalochale is about 101 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Peddalochale is about 152 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Peddalochale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Peddalochale 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 Peddalochale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Peddalochale 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 Peddalochale
Where is Peddalochale located?
Peddalochale village is located in G.Madugula Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Peddalochale?
The Gram Panchayat of Peddalochale is G.madugula.
What is the pincode of Peddalochale?
The pincode of Peddalochale is 531029.
What is the population of Peddalochale?
Peddalochale had a total population of 704, including 369 males and 335 females.
How many households are there in Peddalochale?
Peddalochale had 162 households.
What is the literacy rate in Peddalochale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Peddalochale was 46.15%. Male literacy was 63.44% and female literacy was 27.15%.