Santha Pydipala - Rowthulapudi, Kakinada
Santha Pydipala is a village situated in the Rowthulapudi mandal of Kakinada district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from Rowthulapudi and around 63 km from Kakinada. Mallampeta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santha Pydipala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santha Pydipala is 587003. The village covers a total geographical area of 433 hectares and falls under the 533446 pincode. Tuni is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Santha Pydipala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Santha Pydipala
According to the 2011 Census, Santha Pydipala village had a total population of 2,196 people, including 1,080 males and 1,116 females, living in 591 households. The sex ratio was 1,033 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.15%, with male literacy at 57.08% and female literacy at 45.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 82, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 596.
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 | 2,196 | 1,080 | 1,116 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 237 | 134 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 44 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 596 | 293 | 303 |
| Literate Population | 1,002 | 540 | 462 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,194 | 540 | 654 |
Nearby Villages of Santha Pydipala
Santha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Uppampalem | South-East | 1.41 km |
| Chakirevulapalem | North | 2.17 km |
| Anantharam | South | 2.27 km |
| Tirupatammapeta | South-East | 2.40 km |
| China Mallapuram | South-West | 3.10 km |
| D. Pydipala | North-West | 3.64 km |
| Gummaregula | South-East | 3.77 km |
| Polavaram | West | 4.40 km |
| Balarampuram | East | 4.44 km |
| Mulagapudi | East | 4.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Santha Pydipala
Santha Pydipala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Annavaram, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tuni to Santha Pydipala is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Santha Pydipala is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santha Pydipala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santha Pydipala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Santha 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 Santha Pydipala 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Santha Pydipala
Where is Santha Pydipala located?
Santha Pydipala village is located in Rowthulapudi Mandal, Kakinada district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santha Pydipala?
The Gram Panchayat of Santha Pydipala is Mallampeta.
What is the pincode of Santha Pydipala?
The pincode of Santha Pydipala is 533446.
What is the population of Santha Pydipala?
Santha Pydipala had a total population of 2,196, including 1,080 males and 1,116 females.
How many households are there in Santha Pydipala?
Santha Pydipala had 591 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santha Pydipala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santha Pydipala was 51.15%. Male literacy was 57.08% and female literacy was 45.61%.