Panasapadu Village - Samalkota, Kakinada
Panasapadu is a village situated in the Samalkota mandal of Kakinada district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from Samalkota and around 8 km from Kakinada. Atcham Peta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panasapadu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panasapadu is 587446. The village covers a total geographical area of 663 hectares and falls under the 533005 pincode. Kakinada is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Panasapadu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Panasapadu
As per Census 2011, Panasapadu village has a total population of 8,994 people, consisting of 4,653 males and 4,341 females. The village has 2,432 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 876 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,631 literate and 3,363 illiterate residents. Additionally, 996 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 52 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panasapadu are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,994 | 4,653 | 4,341 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 876 | 470 | 406 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 996 | 509 | 487 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 52 | 26 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 5,631 | 3,011 | 2,620 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,363 | 1,642 | 1,721 |
Nearby Villages of Panasapadu
Panasapadu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Koppavaram | South-West | 1.26 km |
| Thimmapuram | East | 2.06 km |
| Valluru | West | 2.67 km |
| Venkata Krishnarayapuram | South-West | 2.70 km |
| P. Vemavaram | North-West | 2.71 km |
| Unduru | North-West | 2.99 km |
| Navara | North | 3.00 km |
| Penumarthi | East | 4.14 km |
| Panduru | North-East | 4.58 km |
| Pavara | North | 4.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panasapadu
Panasapadu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chandrampalem, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.3 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 Kakinada to Panasapadu is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panasapadu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panasapadu 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 Panasapadu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panasapadu 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 Panasapadu
Where is Panasapadu located?
Panasapadu village is located in Samalkota Mandal, Kakinada district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panasapadu?
The Gram Panchayat of Panasapadu is Atcham Peta.
What is the pincode of Panasapadu?
The pincode of Panasapadu is 533005.
What is the population of Panasapadu?
Panasapadu has a total population of 8,994, including 4,653 males and 4,341 females.
How many households are there in Panasapadu?
There are 2,432 households in Panasapadu.
What is the literacy rate in Panasapadu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panasapadu is 62.61%. Male literacy is 64.71% and female literacy is 60.35%.