Avapadu - Nallajerla, East Godavari
Avapadu is a village situated in the Nallajerla mandal of East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from Nallajerla and around 58 km from Eluru. Avapadu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Avapadu is 588250. The village covers a total geographical area of 2808 hectares and falls under the 534112 pincode. Tadepallegudem is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Avapadu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Avapadu
As per Census 2011, Avapadu village has a total population of 6,016 people, consisting of 3,020 males and 2,996 females. The village has 1,628 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 626 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,764 literate and 2,252 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,536 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 45 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Avapadu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,016 | 3,020 | 2,996 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 626 | 318 | 308 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,536 | 805 | 731 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 25 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 3,764 | 1,858 | 1,906 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,252 | 1,162 | 1,090 |
Nearby Villages of Avapadu
Avapadu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Marellamudi | North-West | 3.85 km |
| Prakasaraopalem | North-East | 4.29 km |
| Unguturu | South | 5.28 km |
| Venkatramannagudem | East | 5.63 km |
| Gopinadhapatnam | South-West | 5.75 km |
| Nallamadu | West | 5.93 km |
| Telikicherla | North-East | 6.83 km |
| Vellamilli | South-East | 6.99 km |
| Chodavaram (west) | North-East | 7.26 km |
| Jaggannapeta | East | 7.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Avapadu
Avapadu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Unguturu, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.9 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 Tadepallegudem to Avapadu is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Eluru to Avapadu is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Avapadu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Avapadu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Avapadu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Avapadu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Avapadu
Where is Avapadu located?
Avapadu village is located in Nallajerla Mandal, East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Avapadu?
Avapadu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Avapadu?
The pincode of Avapadu is 534112.
What is the population of Avapadu?
Avapadu has a total population of 6,016, including 3,020 males and 2,996 females.
How many households are there in Avapadu?
There are 1,628 households in Avapadu.
What is the literacy rate in Avapadu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Avapadu is 62.57%. Male literacy is 61.52% and female literacy is 63.62%.