Pedapudi
Pedapudi is a Town and Mandal in East Godavari 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 Pedapudi Block (CD) is 04915. The total area of Pedapudi Mandal is 106 km². Pedapudi has a sex ratio of approximately 991 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Pedapudi Mandal
Pedapudi Mandal has a total of 17 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 Pedapudi Mandal, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Atchutapuratrayam | Atchutapuratrayam | Kakinada (5 km) |
| 2 | Chintapalle | Chintapalle | Kakinada (25 km) |
| 3 | Domada | Domada | Kakinada (13 km) |
| 4 | G Mamidada | G Mamidada | Ramachandrapuram (15 km) |
| 5 | Gandredu | Gandredu | Ramachandrapuram (13 km) |
| 6 | Kaikavolu | Kaikavolu | Kakinada (17 km) |
| 7 | Kandregula | Kandregula | Kakinada (11 km) |
| 8 | Karakuduru | Karakuduru | Kakinada (10 km) |
| 9 | Kumarapriyam | Kumarapriyam | Ramachandrapuram (16 km) |
| 10 | Pedapudi | Pedapudi | Kakinada (14 km) |
| 11 | Peddada | Peddada | Kakinada (18 km) |
| 12 | Puttakonda | Puttakonda | Ramachandrapuram (12 km) |
| 13 | Pyna | Pyna | Ramachandrapuram (13 km) |
| 14 | Rajupalem | Rajupalem | Kakinada (13 km) |
| 15 | Sahapuram | Sehapuram | Kakinada (18 km) |
| 16 | Sampara | Sampara | Kakinada (23 km) |
| 17 | Vendra | Vendra | Ramachandrapuram (10 km) |
Population of Pedapudi Mandal
The population profile of Pedapudi 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 Pedapudi 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 | 71,459 | 71,459 | N/A |
| Male Population | 35,883 | 35,883 | N/A |
| Female Population | 35,576 | 35,576 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 6,988 | 6,988 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,614 | 3,614 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,374 | 3,374 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 45,522 | 45,522 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 23,619 | 23,619 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 21,903 | 21,903 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 25,937 | 25,937 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 12,264 | 12,264 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 13,673 | 13,673 | N/A |
| Total Households | 21,176 | 21,176 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 71,459 people. Includes nearly 35,883 males and 35,576 females. Rural population is about 71,459 people.
- There are around 6,988 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 3,614 boys and 3,374 girls.
- Literate population is about 45,522 people. Non-literate population is around 25,937 people.
- There are nearly 21,176 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Pedapudi 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 | 11,459 | 11,459 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 5,694 | 5,694 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 5,765 | 5,765 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 351 | 351 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 167 | 167 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 184 | 184 | N/A |
| Population Density | 672 / km² | 672 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Pedapudi Mandal is approximately 11,459 people, including 5,694 males and 5,765 females. Around 11,459 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Pedapudi Mandal is about 351 people, including 167 males and 184 females. Around 351 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 672 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 672 people per sq. km.