Elamarru - Pedaparupudi, Krishna
Elamarru is a village situated in the Pedaparupudi mandal of Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pedaparupudi and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Machilipatnam. Elamarru village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Elamarru is 589478. The village covers a total geographical area of 2019 hectares and falls under the 521148 pincode. Gudivada is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Elamarru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Elamarru
As per Census 2011, Elamarru village has a total population of 4,025 people, consisting of 1,968 males and 2,057 females. The village has 1,246 households and a sex ratio of 1,045 females per 1,000 males. There are 400 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,702 literate and 1,323 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,207 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 51 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Elamarru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,025 | 1,968 | 2,057 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 400 | 205 | 195 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,207 | 605 | 602 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 51 | 25 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 2,702 | 1,354 | 1,348 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,323 | 614 | 709 |
Nearby Villages of Elamarru
Elamarru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chinaparupudi | North | 2.67 km |
| Marrivada | West | 2.95 km |
| Allidoddi | North-East | 3.13 km |
| Jabarlapudi | North-West | 3.28 km |
| Kasipudi | North-East | 3.36 km |
| Zamigolvepalle | East | 3.47 km |
| Balliparru | South-East | 3.72 km |
| Gopuvanipalem | South-West | 3.94 km |
| Pedamaddali | South-East | 4.22 km |
| Saipuram | West | 4.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Elamarru
Elamarru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gudivada Jn, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 97.0 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 Gudivada to Elamarru is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Elamarru is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Elamarru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Elamarru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Elamarru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Elamarru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Elamarru
Where is Elamarru located?
Elamarru village is located in Pedaparupudi Mandal, Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Elamarru?
Elamarru is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Elamarru?
The pincode of Elamarru is 521148.
What is the population of Elamarru?
Elamarru has a total population of 4,025, including 1,968 males and 2,057 females.
How many households are there in Elamarru?
There are 1,246 households in Elamarru.
What is the literacy rate in Elamarru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Elamarru is 67.13%. Male literacy is 68.80% and female literacy is 65.53%.