D. Pydipala - Rowthulapudi, Kakinada
D. Pydipala is a village situated in the Rowthulapudi mandal of Kakinada district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from Rowthulapudi and around 70 km from Kakinada. Jaldam serves as the Gram Panchayat for D. Pydipala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of D. Pydipala is 586986. The village covers a total geographical area of 821 hectares and falls under the 533446 pincode. Tuni is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
D. Pydipala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of D. Pydipala
According to the 2011 Census, D. Pydipala village had a total population of 201 people, including 100 males and 101 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 1,010 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.63%, with male literacy at 39.13% and female literacy at 36.17%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 192.
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 | 201 | 100 | 101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 192 | 96 | 96 |
| Literate Population | 70 | 36 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 64 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of D. Pydipala
D. Pydipala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jaldam | North | 1.29 km |
| Chakirevulapalem | South-East | 1.96 km |
| Challeru | North | 2.81 km |
| Santha Pydipala | South-East | 3.64 km |
| Polavaram | South-West | 4.10 km |
| Raghavapatnam | North-East | 4.29 km |
| Uppampalem | South-East | 5.04 km |
| Yeguvadarapalle | East | 5.41 km |
| Tirupatammapeta | South-East | 5.68 km |
| Anantharam | South | 5.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of D. Pydipala
D. Pydipala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Timmapuram, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Tuni to D. Pydipala is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to D. Pydipala is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in D. Pydipala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for D. Pydipala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in D. Pydipala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving D. Pydipala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about D. Pydipala
Where is D. Pydipala located?
D. Pydipala village is located in Rowthulapudi Mandal, Kakinada district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of D. Pydipala?
The Gram Panchayat of D. Pydipala is Jaldam.
What is the pincode of D. Pydipala?
The pincode of D. Pydipala is 533446.
What is the population of D. Pydipala?
D. Pydipala had a total population of 201, including 100 males and 101 females.
How many households are there in D. Pydipala?
D. Pydipala had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in D. Pydipala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of D. Pydipala was 37.63%. Male literacy was 39.13% and female literacy was 36.17%.