Madduru - Kovvur, East Godavari
Madduru is a village situated in the Kovvur mandal of East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from Kovvur and around 85 km from Eluru. Madduru village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madduru is 588279. The village covers a total geographical area of 675 hectares and falls under the 534302 pincode. Nidadavole is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Madduru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Madduru
As per Census 2011, Madduru village has a total population of 6,583 people, consisting of 3,324 males and 3,259 females. The village has 1,783 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 675 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,278 literate and 2,305 illiterate residents. Additionally, 732 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 57 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Madduru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,583 | 3,324 | 3,259 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 675 | 372 | 303 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 732 | 348 | 384 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 57 | 28 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 4,278 | 2,165 | 2,113 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,305 | 1,159 | 1,146 |
Nearby Villages of Madduru
Madduru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chigurulanka | East | 1.26 km |
| Vijjeswaram | South | 2.05 km |
| Gopavaram | South-West | 2.48 km |
| Daravaram | West | 2.58 km |
| Vadapalle | North-East | 2.84 km |
| Purushothapalle | South | 3.35 km |
| Markondapadu | North-West | 3.47 km |
| Mallavaram | North | 3.71 km |
| Thogummi | North | 4.43 km |
| Brahmanagudem | West | 4.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Madduru
Madduru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chagallu, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nidadavole to Madduru is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Eluru to Madduru is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madduru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madduru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Madduru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madduru 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Madduru
Where is Madduru located?
Madduru village is located in Kovvur Mandal, East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madduru?
Madduru is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Madduru?
The pincode of Madduru is 534302.
What is the population of Madduru?
Madduru has a total population of 6,583, including 3,324 males and 3,259 females.
How many households are there in Madduru?
There are 1,783 households in Madduru.
What is the literacy rate in Madduru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madduru is 64.99%. Male literacy is 65.13% and female literacy is 64.84%.