Punadipadu - Kankipadu, Krishna
Punadipadu is a village situated in the Kankipadu mandal of Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kankipadu and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Machilipatnam. Gollagudem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Punadipadu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punadipadu is 589492. The village covers a total geographical area of 683 hectares and falls under the 521151 pincode. Vijayawada is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Punadipadu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Punadipadu
As per Census 2011, Punadipadu village has a total population of 7,235 people, consisting of 3,670 males and 3,565 females. The village has 1,705 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 691 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,009 literate and 2,226 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,501 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 186 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Punadipadu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,235 | 3,670 | 3,565 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 691 | 358 | 333 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,501 | 1,214 | 1,287 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 186 | 92 | 94 |
| Literate Population | 5,009 | 2,736 | 2,273 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,226 | 934 | 1,292 |
Nearby Villages of Punadipadu
Punadipadu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Edupugallu | North-West | 2.56 km |
| Jagannadhapuram | North-East | 2.74 km |
| Gosala | South-West | 2.75 km |
| Kolavennu | South-East | 2.85 km |
| Konathanapadu | South | 3.36 km |
| Uppaluru | North | 3.72 km |
| Prodduturu | South | 4.34 km |
| Manthena | North-East | 4.80 km |
| Godavarru | South-West | 4.85 km |
| Davuluru | South | 4.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Punadipadu
Punadipadu 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 102.9 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vijayawada to Punadipadu is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Punadipadu is about 52 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 Punadipadu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punadipadu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Punadipadu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punadipadu 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Punadipadu
Where is Punadipadu located?
Punadipadu village is located in Kankipadu Mandal, Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punadipadu?
The Gram Panchayat of Punadipadu is Gollagudem.
What is the pincode of Punadipadu?
The pincode of Punadipadu is 521151.
What is the population of Punadipadu?
Punadipadu has a total population of 7,235, including 3,670 males and 3,565 females.
How many households are there in Punadipadu?
There are 1,705 households in Punadipadu.
What is the literacy rate in Punadipadu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punadipadu is 69.23%. Male literacy is 74.55% and female literacy is 63.76%.