Madduru - Kankipadu, Krishna
Madduru is a village situated in the Kankipadu mandal of Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kankipadu and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Machilipatnam. Kasaranenivari Palem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Madduru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madduru is 589495. The village covers a total geographical area of 927 hectares and falls under the 521151 pincode. Vijayawada is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Madduru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Madduru
As per Census 2011, Madduru village has a total population of 3,019 people, consisting of 1,521 males and 1,498 females. The village has 912 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 263 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,963 literate and 1,056 illiterate residents. Additionally, 680 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Madduru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,019 | 1,521 | 1,498 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 263 | 140 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 680 | 336 | 344 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 1,963 | 1,030 | 933 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,056 | 491 | 565 |
Nearby Villages of Madduru
Madduru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Royyuru | South-East | 3.21 km |
| Godavarru | East | 3.23 km |
| Godavarru | South-West | 3.44 km |
| Vanukuru | North | 3.47 km |
| Chodavaram | North-West | 3.86 km |
| Pedakondur | West | 4.17 km |
| Chinapulipaka | East | 4.91 km |
| Gosala | North-East | 4.94 km |
| Prodduturu | East | 5.48 km |
| Vallabhapuram | South | 5.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Madduru
Madduru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nidamanuru, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 108.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vijayawada to Madduru is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Madduru is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madduru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madduru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Madduru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madduru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Madduru
Where is Madduru located?
Madduru village is located in Kankipadu Mandal, Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madduru?
The Gram Panchayat of Madduru is Kasaranenivari Palem.
What is the pincode of Madduru?
The pincode of Madduru is 521151.
What is the population of Madduru?
Madduru has a total population of 3,019, including 1,521 males and 1,498 females.
How many households are there in Madduru?
There are 912 households in Madduru.
What is the literacy rate in Madduru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madduru is 65.02%. Male literacy is 67.72% and female literacy is 62.28%.