Peddur - Ramakuppam, Chittoor
Peddur is a village situated in the Ramakuppam mandal of Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramakuppam and around 108 km from the district headquarters in Chittoor. 89.peddur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Peddur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Peddur is 596998. The village covers a total geographical area of 781 hectares and falls under the 517401 pincode. Palamaner is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Peddur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Peddur
As per Census 2011, Peddur village has a total population of 4,357 people, consisting of 2,225 males and 2,132 females. The village has 983 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 586 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,953 literate and 2,404 illiterate residents. Additionally, 976 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 816 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Peddur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,357 | 2,225 | 2,132 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 586 | 286 | 300 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 976 | 489 | 487 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 816 | 421 | 395 |
| Literate Population | 1,953 | 1,227 | 726 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,404 | 998 | 1,406 |
Nearby Villages of Peddur
Peddur 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 Peddur
Peddur 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 Palamaner to Peddur is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chittoor to Peddur 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 Peddur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Peddur 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 Peddur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Peddur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Peddur
Where is Peddur located?
Peddur village is located in Ramakuppam Mandal, Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Peddur?
The Gram Panchayat of Peddur is 89.peddur.
What is the pincode of Peddur?
The pincode of Peddur is 517401.
What is the population of Peddur?
Peddur has a total population of 4,357, including 2,225 males and 2,132 females.
How many households are there in Peddur?
There are 983 households in Peddur.
What is the literacy rate in Peddur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Peddur is 44.82%. Male literacy is 55.15% and female literacy is 34.05%.