Dandiganapudi - Nandivada, Krishna
Dandiganapudi is a village situated in the Nandivada mandal of Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nandivada and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Machilipatnam. Dandiganapudi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dandiganapudi is 589298. The village covers a total geographical area of 747 hectares and falls under the 521327 pincode. Gudivada is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Dandiganapudi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dandiganapudi
As per Census 2011, Dandiganapudi village has a total population of 1,611 people, consisting of 812 males and 799 females. The village has 498 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 152 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,063 literate and 548 illiterate residents. Additionally, 688 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dandiganapudi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,611 | 812 | 799 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 83 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 688 | 353 | 335 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 8 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,063 | 569 | 494 |
| Illiterate Population | 548 | 243 | 305 |
Nearby Villages of Dandiganapudi
Dandiganapudi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Dandiganapudi
Dandiganapudi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Dandiganapudi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Gudivada to Dandiganapudi is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Dandiganapudi is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dandiganapudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dandiganapudi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dandiganapudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dandiganapudi 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dandiganapudi
Where is Dandiganapudi located?
Dandiganapudi village is located in Nandivada Mandal, Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dandiganapudi?
Dandiganapudi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dandiganapudi?
The pincode of Dandiganapudi is 521327.
What is the population of Dandiganapudi?
Dandiganapudi has a total population of 1,611, including 812 males and 799 females.
How many households are there in Dandiganapudi?
There are 498 households in Dandiganapudi.
What is the literacy rate in Dandiganapudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dandiganapudi is 65.98%. Male literacy is 70.07% and female literacy is 61.83%.