Edulapalem - Paderu, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Edulapalem is a village situated in the Paderu mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 29 km from Paderu and around 108 km from Visakhapatnam. Salugu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Edulapalem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Edulapalem is 584725. The village covers a total geographical area of 47 hectares and falls under the 531024 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Edulapalem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Edulapalem
According to the 2011 Census, Edulapalem village had a total population of 277 people, including 147 males and 130 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 884 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.64%, with male literacy at 66.39% and female literacy at 33.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 262.
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 | 277 | 147 | 130 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 25 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 5 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 262 | 142 | 120 |
| Literate Population | 119 | 81 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 158 | 66 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Edulapalem
Edulapalem 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 Edulapalem
Edulapalem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Edulapalem is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Edulapalem is about 108 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Edulapalem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Edulapalem 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 Edulapalem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Edulapalem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Edulapalem
Where is Edulapalem located?
Edulapalem village is located in Paderu Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Edulapalem?
The Gram Panchayat of Edulapalem is Salugu.
What is the pincode of Edulapalem?
The pincode of Edulapalem is 531024.
What is the population of Edulapalem?
Edulapalem had a total population of 277, including 147 males and 130 females.
How many households are there in Edulapalem?
Edulapalem had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Edulapalem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Edulapalem was 50.64%. Male literacy was 66.39% and female literacy was 33.63%.