Peddanapalle - Yeleswaram, Kakinada
Peddanapalle is a village situated in the Yeleswaram mandal of Kakinada district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from Yeleswaram and around 40 km from Kakinada. Peddanapalle village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Peddanapalle is 587067. The village covers a total geographical area of 566 hectares and falls under the 533431 pincode. Peddapuram is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Peddanapalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Peddanapalle
As per Census 2011, Peddanapalle village has a total population of 5,454 people, consisting of 2,692 males and 2,762 females. The village has 1,438 households and a sex ratio of 1,026 females per 1,000 males. There are 646 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,807 literate and 2,647 illiterate residents. Additionally, 939 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Peddanapalle are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,454 | 2,692 | 2,762 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 646 | 325 | 321 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 939 | 452 | 487 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,807 | 1,424 | 1,383 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,647 | 1,268 | 1,379 |
Nearby Villages of Peddanapalle
Peddanapalle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Geddanapalle | South-East | 2.05 km |
| Velanka | East | 2.05 km |
| Sungarayunipalem | South-West | 2.16 km |
| Yerravaram | North-West | 2.53 km |
| Siripuram | North-East | 3.13 km |
| S. Thimmapuram | South | 3.77 km |
| Bhupalapatnam | South | 3.87 km |
| Somavaram | West | 4.04 km |
| Jagapathinagaram | East | 4.09 km |
| Krishnavaram | West | 4.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Peddanapalle
Peddanapalle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pithapuram, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.4 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 Peddapuram to Peddanapalle is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Peddanapalle is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Peddanapalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Peddanapalle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Peddanapalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Peddanapalle village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Peddanapalle
Where is Peddanapalle located?
Peddanapalle village is located in Yeleswaram Mandal, Kakinada district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Peddanapalle?
Peddanapalle is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Peddanapalle?
The pincode of Peddanapalle is 533431.
What is the population of Peddanapalle?
Peddanapalle has a total population of 5,454, including 2,692 males and 2,762 females.
How many households are there in Peddanapalle?
There are 1,438 households in Peddanapalle.
What is the literacy rate in Peddanapalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Peddanapalle is 51.47%. Male literacy is 52.90% and female literacy is 50.07%.