Padi - Koyyuru, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Padi is a village situated in the Koyyuru mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 29 km from Koyyuru and around 90 km from Visakhapatnam. Kondagokiri serves as the Grama Panchayat for Padi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padi is 585691. The village covers a total geographical area of 929 hectares and falls under the 531087 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Padi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Padi
According to the 2011 Census, Padi village had a total population of 464 people, including 235 males and 229 females, living in 125 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.00%, with male literacy at 56.28% and female literacy at 43.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 17, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 438.
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 | 464 | 235 | 229 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 20 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 438 | 221 | 217 |
| Literate Population | 210 | 121 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 254 | 114 | 140 |
Nearby Villages of Padi
Padi 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 Padi
Padi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anakapalle to Padi is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Padi is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Padi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Padi
Where is Padi located?
Padi village is located in Koyyuru Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Padi?
The Grama Panchayat of Padi is Kondagokiri.
What is the pincode of Padi?
The pincode of Padi is 531087.
What is the population of Padi?
Padi had a total population of 464, including 235 males and 229 females.
How many households are there in Padi?
Padi had 125 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padi was 50.00%. Male literacy was 56.28% and female literacy was 43.41%.