Penumalli - Pedana, Krishna
Penumalli is a village situated in the Pedana mandal of Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pedana and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Machilipatnam. Penumalli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Penumalli is 589639. The village covers a total geographical area of 301 hectares and falls under the 521369 pincode. Pedana is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Penumalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Penumalli
As per Census 2011, Penumalli village has a total population of 850 people, consisting of 454 males and 396 females. The village has 243 households and a sex ratio of 872 females per 1,000 males. There are 71 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 519 literate and 331 illiterate residents. Additionally, 120 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Penumalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 850 | 454 | 396 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 35 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 120 | 60 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 519 | 296 | 223 |
| Illiterate Population | 331 | 158 | 173 |
Nearby Villages of Penumalli
Penumalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nelakondapalle | West | 0.98 km |
| Chodavaram | East | 1.58 km |
| Mutcherla | North-West | 1.69 km |
| Pullapadu | South | 1.70 km |
| Serivarthala Palle | South-West | 1.89 km |
| Bahussainpalem | South | 2.41 km |
| Kanchadam | North-East | 2.55 km |
| Lankalakalavagunta | North | 2.61 km |
| Dirisavalli | West | 2.85 km |
| Devarapalle | South-East | 2.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Penumalli
Penumalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Vadlamannadu, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.7 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pedana to Penumalli is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Penumalli is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Penumalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Penumalli 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 Penumalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Penumalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Penumalli
Where is Penumalli located?
Penumalli village is located in Pedana Mandal, Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Penumalli?
Penumalli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Penumalli?
The pincode of Penumalli is 521369.
What is the population of Penumalli?
Penumalli has a total population of 850, including 454 males and 396 females.
How many households are there in Penumalli?
There are 243 households in Penumalli.
What is the literacy rate in Penumalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Penumalli is 61.06%. Male literacy is 65.20% and female literacy is 56.31%.