Peda Guda - Munchingi Puttu, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Peda Guda is a village situated in the Munchingi Puttu mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from Munchingi Puttu and around 170 km from Visakhapatnam. Pedaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Peda Guda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Peda Guda is 583467. The village covers a total geographical area of 611 hectares and falls under the 531040 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 168 km away.
Peda Guda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Peda Guda
According to the 2011 Census, Peda Guda village had a total population of 728 people, including 409 males and 319 females, living in 199 households. The sex ratio was 780 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.24%, with male literacy at 80.88% and female literacy at 32.40%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 705.
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 | 728 | 409 | 319 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 22 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 705 | 400 | 305 |
| Literate Population | 406 | 313 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 322 | 96 | 226 |
Nearby Villages of Peda Guda
Peda Guda 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 Peda Guda
Peda Guda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Peda Guda is about 168 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Peda Guda is about 170 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Peda Guda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Peda Guda 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 Peda Guda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Peda Guda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Peda Guda
Where is Peda Guda located?
Peda Guda village is located in Munchingi Puttu Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Peda Guda?
The Gram Panchayat of Peda Guda is Pedaguda.
What is the pincode of Peda Guda?
The pincode of Peda Guda is 531040.
What is the population of Peda Guda?
Peda Guda had a total population of 728, including 409 males and 319 females.
How many households are there in Peda Guda?
Peda Guda had 199 households.
What is the literacy rate in Peda Guda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Peda Guda was 60.24%. Male literacy was 80.88% and female literacy was 32.40%.