Penumalla - Kajuluru, Kakinada
Penumalla is a village situated in the Kajuluru mandal of Kakinada district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from Kajuluru and around 25 km from Kakinada. Penumalla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Penumalla is 587626. The village covers a total geographical area of 579 hectares and falls under the 533262 pincode. Ramachandrapuram is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Penumalla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Penumalla
As per Census 2011, Penumalla village has a total population of 2,517 people, consisting of 1,248 males and 1,269 females. The village has 748 households and a sex ratio of 1,016 females per 1,000 males. There are 291 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,515 literate and 1,002 illiterate residents. Additionally, 455 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Penumalla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,517 | 1,248 | 1,269 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 291 | 144 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 455 | 221 | 234 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 6 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 1,515 | 751 | 764 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,002 | 497 | 505 |
Nearby Villages of Penumalla
Penumalla is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Penumalla
Penumalla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Ramachandrapuram to Penumalla is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Penumalla is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Penumalla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Penumalla 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 Penumalla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Penumalla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Penumalla
Where is Penumalla located?
Penumalla village is located in Kajuluru Mandal, Kakinada district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Penumalla?
Penumalla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Penumalla?
The pincode of Penumalla is 533262.
What is the population of Penumalla?
Penumalla has a total population of 2,517, including 1,248 males and 1,269 females.
How many households are there in Penumalla?
There are 748 households in Penumalla.
What is the literacy rate in Penumalla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Penumalla is 60.19%. Male literacy is 60.18% and female literacy is 60.20%.