Edara - Agiripalli, Eluru
Edara is a village situated in the Agiripalli mandal of Eluru district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from Agiripalle and around 100 km from Machilipatnam. Edara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Edara is 589101. The village covers a total geographical area of 2917 hectares and falls under the 521211 pincode. Nuzvid is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Edara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Edara
As per Census 2011, Edara village has a total population of 9,525 people, consisting of 4,859 males and 4,666 females. The village has 2,555 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 914 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,658 literate and 3,867 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,794 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 127 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Edara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,525 | 4,859 | 4,666 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 914 | 487 | 427 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,794 | 1,434 | 1,360 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 127 | 69 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 5,658 | 3,062 | 2,596 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,867 | 1,797 | 2,070 |
Nearby Villages of Edara
Edara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bathulavarigudem | North-East | 3.49 km |
| Malliboinapalle | South | 4.08 km |
| T.gannavaram | West | 4.12 km |
| Enamadala | North-East | 5.06 km |
| Kanimerla | North-West | 5.25 km |
| Vadlamanu | South-East | 5.47 km |
| Malleswaram | South | 5.48 km |
| Ravicherla | East | 5.57 km |
| Garikapativari Khandrika | South-West | 6.02 km |
| Vedurubeedem | North-West | 6.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Edara
Edara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Telaprolu, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nuzvid to Edara is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Edara is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Edara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Edara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Edara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Edara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Edara
Where is Edara located?
Edara village is located in Agiripalli Mandal, Eluru district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Edara?
Edara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Edara?
The pincode of Edara is 521211.
What is the population of Edara?
Edara has a total population of 9,525, including 4,859 males and 4,666 females.
How many households are there in Edara?
There are 2,555 households in Edara.
What is the literacy rate in Edara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Edara is 59.40%. Male literacy is 63.02% and female literacy is 55.64%.