Uppalapadu - Pedanandipadu, Guntur
Uppalapadu is a village situated in the Pedanandipadu mandal of Guntur district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pedanandipadu and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Guntur. Nagabairuvaripalem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uppalapadu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uppalapadu is 590337. The village covers a total geographical area of 1136 hectares and falls under the 522603 pincode. Chilakaluripet is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Uppalapadu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Uppalapadu
As per Census 2011, Uppalapadu village has a total population of 3,641 people, consisting of 1,770 males and 1,871 females. The village has 1,067 households and a sex ratio of 1,057 females per 1,000 males. There are 308 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,525 literate and 1,116 illiterate residents. Additionally, 996 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uppalapadu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,641 | 1,770 | 1,871 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 308 | 172 | 136 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 996 | 490 | 506 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 2,525 | 1,336 | 1,189 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,116 | 434 | 682 |
Nearby Villages of Uppalapadu
Uppalapadu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Devara Palle | South | 2.75 km |
| Gottipadu | West | 2.81 km |
| Annavaram | North-East | 3.11 km |
| Palaparru | East | 3.72 km |
| Sandepudi | North | 4.00 km |
| Kanthetivari Khandrika | South-West | 4.26 km |
| Kukkapallevaripalem | North-West | 4.29 km |
| Thurlapadu | North-East | 5.14 km |
| Edubadu | South | 5.31 km |
| Manukondavaripalem | North-West | 5.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Uppalapadu
Uppalapadu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nudurupadu, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.1 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 Chilakaluripet to Uppalapadu is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Guntur to Uppalapadu is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uppalapadu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uppalapadu 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 Uppalapadu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uppalapadu 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 Uppalapadu
Where is Uppalapadu located?
Uppalapadu village is located in Pedanandipadu Mandal, Guntur district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uppalapadu?
The Gram Panchayat of Uppalapadu is Nagabairuvaripalem.
What is the pincode of Uppalapadu?
The pincode of Uppalapadu is 522603.
What is the population of Uppalapadu?
Uppalapadu has a total population of 3,641, including 1,770 males and 1,871 females.
How many households are there in Uppalapadu?
There are 1,067 households in Uppalapadu.
What is the literacy rate in Uppalapadu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uppalapadu is 69.35%. Male literacy is 75.48% and female literacy is 63.55%.