Pedachama - Dornala, Markapuram
Pedachama is a village situated in the Dornala mandal of Markapuram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from Dornala and around 149 km from Ongole. Dornala serves as the Grama Panchayat for Pedachama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pedachama is 590592. The village falls under the 523331 pincode. Markapur is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Pedachama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pedachama
According to the 2011 Census, Pedachama village had a total population of 19 people, including 9 males and 10 females, living in 5 households. The sex ratio was 1,111 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.92%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 62.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 19.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 9 | 4 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Pedachama
Pedachama 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 Pedachama
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Pedachama.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Markapur to Pedachama is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ongole to Pedachama is about 149 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pedachama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pedachama village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Pedachama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pedachama village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pedachama
Where is Pedachama located?
Pedachama village is located in Dornala Mandal, Markapuram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Pedachama?
The Grama Panchayat of Pedachama is Dornala.
What is the pincode of Pedachama?
The pincode of Pedachama is 523331.
What is the population of Pedachama?
Pedachama had a total population of 19, including 9 males and 10 females.
How many households are there in Pedachama?
Pedachama had 5 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pedachama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pedachama was 76.92%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 62.50%.