Kappada - Peda Bayalu, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Kappada is a village situated in the Peda Bayalu mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from Peda Bayalu and around 170 km from Visakhapatnam. Laxmipeta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kappada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kappada is 583655. The village covers a total geographical area of 131 hectares and falls under the 531040 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 140 km away.
Kappada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kappada
As per Census 2011, Kappada village has a total population of 245 people, consisting of 125 males and 120 females. The village has 61 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 53 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 49 literate and 196 illiterate residents. Additionally, 243 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kappada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 245 | 125 | 120 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 37 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 243 | 124 | 119 |
| Literate Population | 49 | 36 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 196 | 89 | 107 |
Nearby Villages of Kappada
Kappada 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 Kappada
Kappada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Kappada is about 140 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Kappada 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 Kappada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kappada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kappada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kappada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kappada
Where is Kappada located?
Kappada village is located in Peda Bayalu Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kappada?
The Gram Panchayat of Kappada is Laxmipeta.
What is the pincode of Kappada?
The pincode of Kappada is 531040.
What is the population of Kappada?
Kappada has a total population of 245, including 125 males and 120 females.
How many households are there in Kappada?
There are 61 households in Kappada.
What is the literacy rate in Kappada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kappada is 20.00%. Male literacy is 28.80% and female literacy is 10.83%.