Barripadu - Bantumilli, Krishna
Barripadu is a village situated in the Bantumilli mandal of Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bantumilli and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Machilipatnam. Barripadu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barripadu is 589395. The village covers a total geographical area of 137 hectares and falls under the 521324 pincode. Pedana is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Barripadu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barripadu
As per Census 2011, Barripadu village has a total population of 854 people, consisting of 433 males and 421 females. The village has 235 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 74 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 537 literate and 317 illiterate residents. Additionally, 95 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barripadu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 854 | 433 | 421 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 46 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 95 | 51 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 537 | 281 | 256 |
| Illiterate Population | 317 | 152 | 165 |
Nearby Villages of Barripadu
Barripadu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kanchadam | North-West | 1.73 km |
| Munjuluru | South-East | 1.99 km |
| Chodavaram | West | 2.17 km |
| Arthamuru | North-East | 2.86 km |
| Devarapalle | South-West | 3.21 km |
| Pullapadu | South-West | 3.46 km |
| Satuluru | North | 3.55 km |
| Penumalli | West | 3.63 km |
| Lankalakalavagunta | North-West | 3.71 km |
| Bahussainpalem | South-West | 4.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barripadu
Barripadu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pedana, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pedana to Barripadu is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Barripadu is about 20 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 Barripadu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barripadu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barripadu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barripadu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barripadu
Where is Barripadu located?
Barripadu village is located in Bantumilli Mandal, Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barripadu?
Barripadu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barripadu?
The pincode of Barripadu is 521324.
What is the population of Barripadu?
Barripadu has a total population of 854, including 433 males and 421 females.
How many households are there in Barripadu?
There are 235 households in Barripadu.
What is the literacy rate in Barripadu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barripadu is 62.88%. Male literacy is 64.90% and female literacy is 60.81%.