Devapudi - Mudinepalle, Eluru
Devapudi is a village situated in the Mudinepalle mandal of Eluru district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from Mudinepalle and around 51 km from Machilipatnam. Devapudi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devapudi is 589433. The village covers a total geographical area of 277 hectares and falls under the 521343 pincode. Gudivada is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Devapudi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Devapudi
According to the 2011 Census, Devapudi village had a total population of 1,337 people, including 677 males and 660 females, living in 455 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.60%, with male literacy at 66.78% and female literacy at 56.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 123, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 27.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,337 | 677 | 660 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 63 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 123 | 57 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 746 | 410 | 336 |
| Illiterate Population | 591 | 267 | 324 |
Nearby Villages of Devapudi
Devapudi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Prodduvaka | North-East | 1.60 km |
| Utukuru | South | 1.94 km |
| Edepalle | West | 2.15 km |
| Mulakalapalle | North | 2.57 km |
| Vanudurru | South-West | 2.73 km |
| Alluru | North-West | 3.07 km |
| Kotcherla | North-East | 3.19 km |
| Korraguntapalem | West | 3.40 km |
| Bomminampadu | North | 3.51 km |
| Vaivaka | East | 3.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devapudi
Devapudi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mandavalli, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.8 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 Gudivada to Devapudi is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Devapudi is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devapudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devapudi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Devapudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devapudi 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 <1 km |
FAQs about Devapudi
Where is Devapudi located?
Devapudi village is located in Mudinepalle Mandal, Eluru district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devapudi?
Devapudi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devapudi?
The pincode of Devapudi is 521343.
What is the population of Devapudi?
Devapudi had a total population of 1,337, including 677 males and 660 females.
How many households are there in Devapudi?
Devapudi had 455 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devapudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devapudi was 61.60%. Male literacy was 66.78% and female literacy was 56.28%.