Kodurupadu - Bapulapadu, Krishna
Kodurupadu is a village situated in the Bapulapadu mandal of Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bapulapadu and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Machilipatnam. Kodurupadu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kodurupadu is 589087. The village covers a total geographical area of 502 hectares and falls under the 521110 pincode. Eluru is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Kodurupadu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kodurupadu
As per Census 2011, Kodurupadu village has a total population of 4,114 people, consisting of 2,026 males and 2,088 females. The village has 1,251 households and a sex ratio of 1,030 females per 1,000 males. There are 422 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,486 literate and 1,628 illiterate residents. Additionally, 543 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 203 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kodurupadu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,114 | 2,026 | 2,088 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 422 | 200 | 222 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 543 | 270 | 273 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 203 | 99 | 104 |
| Literate Population | 2,486 | 1,306 | 1,180 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,628 | 720 | 908 |
Nearby Villages of Kodurupadu
Kodurupadu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sobhanadripuram | North-West | 1.70 km |
| Ampapuram | South-West | 1.79 km |
| Veeravalli | East | 2.19 km |
| Rangannagudem | North | 3.64 km |
| Bandarugudem | West | 4.04 km |
| Telaprolu | South | 4.44 km |
| Serinarasannapalem | East | 4.98 km |
| Pottipadu | South-West | 5.06 km |
| Suravaram | North-West | 5.19 km |
| Singannagudem | North | 5.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kodurupadu
Kodurupadu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Telaprolu, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Eluru to Kodurupadu is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Kodurupadu is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kodurupadu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kodurupadu 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kodurupadu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kodurupadu 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Kodurupadu
Where is Kodurupadu located?
Kodurupadu village is located in Bapulapadu Mandal, Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kodurupadu?
Kodurupadu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kodurupadu?
The pincode of Kodurupadu is 521110.
What is the population of Kodurupadu?
Kodurupadu has a total population of 4,114, including 2,026 males and 2,088 females.
How many households are there in Kodurupadu?
There are 1,251 households in Kodurupadu.
What is the literacy rate in Kodurupadu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kodurupadu is 60.43%. Male literacy is 64.46% and female literacy is 56.51%.