Pragadavaram - Chintalapudi, Eluru
Pragadavaram is a village situated in the Chintalapudi mandal of Eluru district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from Chintalapudi and around 48 km from Eluru. Pragadavaram village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pragadavaram is 587952. The village covers a total geographical area of 3863 hectares and falls under the 534461 pincode. Eluru is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Pragadavaram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pragadavaram
As per Census 2011, Pragadavaram village has a total population of 10,755 people, consisting of 5,396 males and 5,359 females. The village has 3,011 households and a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,022 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,165 literate and 4,590 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5,326 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 71 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pragadavaram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,755 | 5,396 | 5,359 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,022 | 517 | 505 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5,326 | 2,674 | 2,652 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 71 | 39 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 6,165 | 3,276 | 2,889 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,590 | 2,120 | 2,470 |
Nearby Villages of Pragadavaram
Pragadavaram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Venkammapalem | North-West | 1.54 km |
| Thimmareddipalle | South | 2.64 km |
| Sankuchakrapuram | South-East | 3.39 km |
| Ponukumadu | North-East | 3.45 km |
| Kanupade | North-West | 3.51 km |
| Patchanagaram | South-East | 4.54 km |
| Krishnaraopalem | East | 4.62 km |
| Urlagudem | North-West | 4.94 km |
| Sriramavaram | East | 5.69 km |
| Kothapalle | South | 5.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pragadavaram
Pragadavaram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Denduluru, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.1 km.
| 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 Eluru to Pragadavaram is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pragadavaram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pragadavaram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pragadavaram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pragadavaram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pragadavaram
Where is Pragadavaram located?
Pragadavaram village is located in Chintalapudi Mandal, Eluru district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pragadavaram?
Pragadavaram is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pragadavaram?
The pincode of Pragadavaram is 534461.
What is the population of Pragadavaram?
Pragadavaram has a total population of 10,755, including 5,396 males and 5,359 females.
How many households are there in Pragadavaram?
There are 3,011 households in Pragadavaram.
What is the literacy rate in Pragadavaram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pragadavaram is 57.32%. Male literacy is 60.71% and female literacy is 53.91%.