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
As per Census 2011, Peddavalasa village has a total population of 1,411 people, consisting of 859 males and 552 females. The village has 304 households and a sex ratio of 642 females per 1,000 males. There are 108 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 885 literate and 526 illiterate residents. Additionally, 26 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,206 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Peddavalasa are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,411, including 859 males and 552 females.
How many households are there in Peddavalasa?
There are 304 households in Peddavalasa.
What is the literacy rate in Peddavalasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Peddavalasa is 62.72%. Male literacy is 76.60% and female literacy is 41.12%.