Parreda - Peda Bayalu, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Parreda is a village situated in the Peda Bayalu mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from Peda Bayalu and around 170 km from Visakhapatnam. Parreda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parreda is 583578. The village covers a total geographical area of 145 hectares and falls under the 531040 pincode. Visakhapatnam is the nearest town, located about 170 km away.
Parreda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Parreda
According to the 2011 Census, Parreda village had a total population of 262 people, including 137 males and 125 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.51%, with male literacy at 76.61% and female literacy at 32.14%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 236.
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 | 262 | 137 | 125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 236 | 124 | 112 |
| Literate Population | 131 | 95 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 42 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Parreda
Parreda 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 Parreda
Parreda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Visakhapatnam to Parreda is about 170 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Parreda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parreda 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 Parreda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parreda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Parreda
Where is Parreda located?
Parreda village is located in Peda Bayalu Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parreda?
Parreda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Parreda?
The pincode of Parreda is 531040.
What is the population of Parreda?
Parreda had a total population of 262, including 137 males and 125 females.
How many households are there in Parreda?
Parreda had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parreda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parreda was 55.51%. Male literacy was 76.61% and female literacy was 32.14%.