Prodduturu Village - Kankipadu, Krishna
Prodduturu 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 57 km from the district headquarters in Machilipatnam. Prodduturu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Prodduturu is 589496. The village covers a total geographical area of 398 hectares and falls under the 521151 pincode. Vijayawada is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Prodduturu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Prodduturu
As per Census 2011, Prodduturu village has a total population of 2,441 people, consisting of 1,213 males and 1,228 females. The village has 719 households and a sex ratio of 1,012 females per 1,000 males. There are 204 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,720 literate and 721 illiterate residents. Additionally, 682 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 37 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Prodduturu are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,441 | 1,213 | 1,228 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 204 | 97 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 682 | 325 | 357 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 37 | 15 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 1,720 | 922 | 798 |
| Illiterate Population | 721 | 291 | 430 |
Nearby Villages of Prodduturu
Prodduturu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Konathanapadu | North-East | 1.54 km |
| Davuluru | East | 1.87 km |
| Godavarru | West | 2.34 km |
| Chalivendrapalem | South-East | 2.69 km |
| Chinapulipaka | South | 2.72 km |
| Boddapadu | South | 2.96 km |
| Neppalle | East | 3.68 km |
| Gosala | North-West | 3.74 km |
| Kolavennu | North-East | 3.95 km |
| Punadipadu | North | 4.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Prodduturu
Prodduturu 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 104.9 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 Prodduturu is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Prodduturu is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Prodduturu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Prodduturu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Prodduturu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Prodduturu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Prodduturu
Where is Prodduturu located?
Prodduturu village is located in Kankipadu Mandal, Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Prodduturu?
Prodduturu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Prodduturu?
The pincode of Prodduturu is 521151.
What is the population of Prodduturu?
Prodduturu has a total population of 2,441, including 1,213 males and 1,228 females.
How many households are there in Prodduturu?
There are 719 households in Prodduturu.
What is the literacy rate in Prodduturu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Prodduturu is 70.46%. Male literacy is 76.01% and female literacy is 64.98%.