Ajjampudi - Gannavaram, Krishna
Ajjampudi is a village situated in the Gannavaram mandal of Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gannavaram and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Machilipatnam. Ajjampudi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ajjampudi is 589249. The village covers a total geographical area of 350 hectares and falls under the 521101 pincode. Vijayawada is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Ajjampudi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ajjampudi
As per Census 2011, Ajjampudi village has a total population of 1,228 people, consisting of 630 males and 598 females. The village has 312 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 135 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 880 literate and 348 illiterate residents. Additionally, 484 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ajjampudi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,228 | 630 | 598 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 86 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 484 | 249 | 235 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 880 | 451 | 429 |
| Illiterate Population | 348 | 179 | 169 |
Nearby Villages of Ajjampudi
Ajjampudi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Buddavaram | North-East | 1.66 km |
| Tarigoppula Khandrika | South | 1.84 km |
| Buthumillipadu | East | 2.85 km |
| Kesarapalle | West | 2.98 km |
| Allapuram | North-East | 3.02 km |
| Tarigoppula | South-East | 3.62 km |
| Manthena | South-West | 3.74 km |
| Tenneru | South | 3.89 km |
| China Avutapalle | North-East | 3.97 km |
| Gannavaram | North | 4.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ajjampudi
Ajjampudi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tenneru, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 97.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Vijayawada to Ajjampudi is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Ajjampudi is about 73 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 Ajjampudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ajjampudi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ajjampudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ajjampudi 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ajjampudi
Where is Ajjampudi located?
Ajjampudi village is located in Gannavaram Mandal, Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ajjampudi?
Ajjampudi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ajjampudi?
The pincode of Ajjampudi is 521101.
What is the population of Ajjampudi?
Ajjampudi has a total population of 1,228, including 630 males and 598 females.
How many households are there in Ajjampudi?
There are 312 households in Ajjampudi.
What is the literacy rate in Ajjampudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ajjampudi is 71.66%. Male literacy is 71.59% and female literacy is 71.74%.