Peddavadugur
Peddavadugur is a Town and Mandal in Anantapur District of Andhra Pradesh. In India, a mandal is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Peddavadugur Block (CD) is 05311. The total area of Peddavadugur Mandal is 294 km². Peddavadugur has a sex ratio of approximately 963 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Peddavadugur Mandal
Peddavadugur Mandal has a total of 24 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Peddavadugur Mandal, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Appecherla | Appecherla | Guntakal (15 km) |
| 2 | Avulampalle | Virupapuram | Anantapur (52 km) |
| 3 | Chinnavadugur | Chinnavaduguru | Anantapur (60 km) |
| 4 | Chintacheruvu | Chinthala Cheruvu | Anantapur (55 km) |
| 5 | Chitrachedu | Chitrachedu | Anantapur (57 km) |
| 6 | Chitturu | Chitturu | Anantapur (57 km) |
| 7 | Dimmagudi | Dimmagudi | Anantapur (57 km) |
| 8 | G Venkatampalle | G Venkatampalli | Guntakal (12 km) |
| 9 | Gooty Ananta Puram | Gooty Ananthapuram | Guntakal (35 km) |
| 10 | Kandlaguduru | Kandlaguduru | Anantapur (62 km) |
| 11 | Konapuram | Ravuludiki | Anantapur (60 km) |
| 12 | Konduru | Penakalapadu U I | Anantapur (57 km) |
| 13 | Kristipadu | Kristipadu | Guntakal (16 km) |
| 14 | Mallenipalle | Mallenipalli | Anantapur (56 km) |
| 15 | Medimakulapalle | Medimakulapalli | Anantapur (51 km) |
| 16 | Miduthuru | Miduthuru | Anantapur (39 km) |
| 17 | Molakathalla | Chitrachedu | Guntakal (33 km) |
| 18 | Muppalagutti | Muppalagutti | Tadpatri (50 km) |
| 19 | Nagalapuram | P Kottalapalli | Anantapur (45 km) |
| 20 | Peddavadugur | Lakshumpalli | Anantapur (46 km) |
| 21 | Penakalapadu | Penakalapadu U I | Anantapur (45 km) |
| 22 | Ravuludiki | Bheemunipalli | Anantapur (65 km) |
| 23 | Teliki | Medimakulapalli | Anantapur (55 km) |
| 24 | Virupapuram | Virupapuram | Guntakal (38 km) |
Population of Peddavadugur Mandal
The population profile of Peddavadugur Mandal offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Peddavadugur Mandal's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 45,771 | 45,771 | N/A |
| Male Population | 23,311 | 23,311 | N/A |
| Female Population | 22,460 | 22,460 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 5,158 | 5,158 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,668 | 2,668 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,490 | 2,490 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 22,893 | 22,893 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 13,943 | 13,943 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 8,950 | 8,950 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 22,878 | 22,878 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 9,368 | 9,368 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 13,510 | 13,510 | N/A |
| Total Households | 11,129 | 11,129 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 45,771 people. Includes nearly 23,311 males and 22,460 females. Rural population is about 45,771 people.
- There are around 5,158 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 2,668 boys and 2,490 girls.
- Literate population is about 22,893 people. Non-literate population is around 22,878 people.
- There are nearly 11,129 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Peddavadugur Mandal, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 8,705 | 8,705 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 4,407 | 4,407 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 4,298 | 4,298 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 209 | 209 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 93 | 93 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 116 | 116 | N/A |
| Population Density | 156 / km² | 156 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Peddavadugur Mandal is approximately 8,705 people, including 4,407 males and 4,298 females. Around 8,705 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Peddavadugur Mandal is about 209 people, including 93 males and 116 females. Around 209 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 156 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 156 people per sq. km.