Amadagur - Amadagur, Sri Sathya Sai
Amadagur is a village situated in the Amadagur mandal of Sri Sathya Sai district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 131 km from Anantapur. Amadagur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amadagur is 595503. The village covers a total geographical area of 3605 hectares and falls under the 515556 pincode. Kadiri is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Amadagur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Amadagur
As per Census 2011, Amadagur village has a total population of 6,818 people, consisting of 3,418 males and 3,400 females. The village has 1,689 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 740 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,675 literate and 3,143 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,124 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amadagur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,818 | 3,418 | 3,400 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 740 | 366 | 374 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,124 | 565 | 559 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 3,675 | 2,217 | 1,458 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,143 | 1,201 | 1,942 |
Nearby Villages of Amadagur
Amadagur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Boyipalli | South-West | 3.37 km |
| Gandamvaripalli | South | 3.40 km |
| Cheekirevulapalle | South-East | 3.73 km |
| Narayanareddypalli | South | 3.95 km |
| Kassamudram | North | 4.15 km |
| Chemulavaripalli | South-West | 4.38 km |
| Yarraganapalli | South | 4.51 km |
| Billur | South | 4.53 km |
| Narayanampalli | East | 5.07 km |
| Thimmaiahgaripalli | South-East | 5.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Amadagur
Amadagur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tanakallu, while the nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kadiri to Amadagur is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anantapur to Amadagur is about 131 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amadagur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amadagur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Amadagur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amadagur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Amadagur
Where is Amadagur located?
Amadagur village is located in Amadagur Mandal, Sri Sathya Sai district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amadagur?
Amadagur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Amadagur?
The pincode of Amadagur is 515556.
What is the population of Amadagur?
Amadagur has a total population of 6,818, including 3,418 males and 3,400 females.
How many households are there in Amadagur?
There are 1,689 households in Amadagur.
What is the literacy rate in Amadagur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amadagur is 53.90%. Male literacy is 64.86% and female literacy is 42.88%.