Peda Avutapalle - Unguturu, Krishna
Peda Avutapalle is a village situated in the Unguturu mandal of Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Unguturu and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Machilipatnam. Peda Avutapalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Peda Avutapalle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Peda Avutapalle is 589251. The village covers a total geographical area of 1180 hectares and falls under the 521286 pincode. Vijayawada is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Peda Avutapalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Peda Avutapalle
As per Census 2011, Peda Avutapalle village has a total population of 7,537 people, consisting of 3,648 males and 3,889 females. The village has 2,118 households and a sex ratio of 1,066 females per 1,000 males. There are 679 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,093 literate and 2,444 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,806 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 446 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Peda Avutapalle are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,537 | 3,648 | 3,889 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 679 | 367 | 312 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,806 | 832 | 974 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 446 | 221 | 225 |
| Literate Population | 5,093 | 2,559 | 2,534 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,444 | 1,089 | 1,355 |
Nearby Villages of Peda Avutapalle
Peda Avutapalle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| China Avutapalle | West | 1.41 km |
| Allapuram | South-West | 1.85 km |
| Atkuru | North-East | 2.10 km |
| Buddavaram | South-West | 3.20 km |
| Velinutala | South | 3.28 km |
| Tuttagunta | South-East | 3.39 km |
| Pottipadu | North | 4.19 km |
| Buthumillipadu | South | 4.22 km |
| Nagavarappadu | South-East | 4.36 km |
| Gannavaram | West | 4.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Peda Avutapalle
Peda Avutapalle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pedda Avutapale, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vijayawada to Peda Avutapalle is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Peda Avutapalle is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Peda Avutapalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Peda Avutapalle 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 Peda Avutapalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Peda Avutapalle 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Peda Avutapalle
Where is Peda Avutapalle located?
Peda Avutapalle village is located in Unguturu Mandal, Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Peda Avutapalle?
The Gram Panchayat of Peda Avutapalle is Peda Avutapalli.
What is the pincode of Peda Avutapalle?
The pincode of Peda Avutapalle is 521286.
What is the population of Peda Avutapalle?
Peda Avutapalle has a total population of 7,537, including 3,648 males and 3,889 females.
How many households are there in Peda Avutapalle?
There are 2,118 households in Peda Avutapalle.
What is the literacy rate in Peda Avutapalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Peda Avutapalle is 67.57%. Male literacy is 70.15% and female literacy is 65.16%.