Peddavalasa - Gudem Kotha Veedhi, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Peddavalasa is a village situated in the Gudem Kotha Veedhi mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from Gudem Kotha Veedhi and around 150 km from Visakhapatnam. Peddavalasa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Peddavalasa is 585505. The village covers a total geographical area of 878 hectares and falls under the 531133 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 120 km away.
Peddavalasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Peddavalasa
According to the 2011 Census, Peddavalasa village had a total population of 1,411 people, including 859 males and 552 females, living in 304 households. The sex ratio was 643 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.92%, with male literacy at 82.35% and female literacy at 45.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 26, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,206.
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 | 1,411 | 859 | 552 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 60 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,206 | 765 | 441 |
| Literate Population | 885 | 658 | 227 |
| Illiterate Population | 526 | 201 | 325 |
Nearby Villages of Peddavalasa
Peddavalasa 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 Peddavalasa
Peddavalasa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Peddavalasa is about 120 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Peddavalasa is about 150 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 Peddavalasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Peddavalasa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Peddavalasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Peddavalasa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Peddavalasa
Where is Peddavalasa located?
Peddavalasa village is located in Gudem Kotha Veedhi Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Peddavalasa?
Peddavalasa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Peddavalasa?
The pincode of Peddavalasa is 531133.
What is the population of Peddavalasa?
Peddavalasa had a total population of 1,411, including 859 males and 552 females.
How many households are there in Peddavalasa?
Peddavalasa had 304 households.
What is the literacy rate in Peddavalasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Peddavalasa was 67.92%. Male literacy was 82.35% and female literacy was 45.04%.