Nuthulapadu - Nandivada, Krishna
Nuthulapadu is a village situated in the Nandivada mandal of Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nandivada and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Machilipatnam. Janardhanapuram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nuthulapadu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nuthulapadu is 589295. The village covers a total geographical area of 342 hectares and falls under the 521321 pincode. Gudivada is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Nuthulapadu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Nuthulapadu
As per Census 2011, Nuthulapadu village has a total population of 1,708 people, consisting of 851 males and 857 females. The village has 492 households and a sex ratio of 1,007 females per 1,000 males. There are 150 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,083 literate and 625 illiterate residents. Additionally, 457 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nuthulapadu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,708 | 851 | 857 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 71 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 457 | 226 | 231 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 1,083 | 570 | 513 |
| Illiterate Population | 625 | 281 | 344 |
Nearby Villages of Nuthulapadu
Nuthulapadu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Janardhanapuram | South-West | 1.44 km |
| Sreenivasapuram | North-West | 1.82 km |
| Nandivada | North | 2.20 km |
| Lingavaram | South-East | 2.37 km |
| Merakagudem | South-East | 3.08 km |
| Pamulapadu | West | 3.33 km |
| Puttagunta | North-West | 4.52 km |
| Maheswarapuram | South-West | 4.69 km |
| Thummalapalle | North-East | 4.71 km |
| Tamirisa | East | 4.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nuthulapadu
Nuthulapadu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dosapadu, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Gudivada to Nuthulapadu is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Nuthulapadu is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nuthulapadu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nuthulapadu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nuthulapadu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nuthulapadu 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nuthulapadu
Where is Nuthulapadu located?
Nuthulapadu village is located in Nandivada Mandal, Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nuthulapadu?
The Gram Panchayat of Nuthulapadu is Janardhanapuram.
What is the pincode of Nuthulapadu?
The pincode of Nuthulapadu is 521321.
What is the population of Nuthulapadu?
Nuthulapadu has a total population of 1,708, including 851 males and 857 females.
How many households are there in Nuthulapadu?
There are 492 households in Nuthulapadu.
What is the literacy rate in Nuthulapadu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nuthulapadu is 63.41%. Male literacy is 66.98% and female literacy is 59.86%.