Edupugallu - Kankipadu, Krishna
Edupugallu is a village situated in the Kankipadu mandal of Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kankipadu and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Machilipatnam. Edupugallu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Edupugallu is 589491. The village covers a total geographical area of 938 hectares and falls under the 521151 pincode. Vijayawada is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Edupugallu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Edupugallu
As per Census 2011, Edupugallu village has a total population of 9,263 people, consisting of 5,659 males and 3,604 females. The village has 2,038 households and a sex ratio of 636 females per 1,000 males. There are 708 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 7,072 literate and 2,191 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,124 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 249 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Edupugallu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,263 | 5,659 | 3,604 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 708 | 372 | 336 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,124 | 1,136 | 988 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 249 | 152 | 97 |
| Literate Population | 7,072 | 4,644 | 2,428 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,191 | 1,015 | 1,176 |
Nearby Villages of Edupugallu
Edupugallu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Punadipadu | South-East | 2.56 km |
| Gosala | South | 2.61 km |
| Uppaluru | North-East | 3.53 km |
| Vanukuru | South-West | 3.90 km |
| Velpuru | North | 3.92 km |
| Jagannadhapuram | East | 4.23 km |
| Gudavalli | North | 5.07 km |
| Kolavennu | South-East | 5.41 km |
| Godavarru | South | 5.43 km |
| Konathanapadu | South-East | 5.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Edupugallu
Edupugallu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Uppalur, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 103.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vijayawada to Edupugallu is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Edupugallu is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Edupugallu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Edupugallu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Edupugallu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Edupugallu 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Edupugallu
Where is Edupugallu located?
Edupugallu village is located in Kankipadu Mandal, Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Edupugallu?
Edupugallu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Edupugallu?
The pincode of Edupugallu is 521151.
What is the population of Edupugallu?
Edupugallu has a total population of 9,263, including 5,659 males and 3,604 females.
How many households are there in Edupugallu?
There are 2,038 households in Edupugallu.
What is the literacy rate in Edupugallu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Edupugallu is 76.35%. Male literacy is 82.06% and female literacy is 67.37%.