Peddapodilla - Peapully, Nandyal
Peddapodilla is a village situated in the Peapully mandal of Nandyal district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from Peapally and around 80 km from Kurnool. Chinnapodilla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Peddapodilla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Peddapodilla is 594456. The village covers a total geographical area of 1872 hectares and falls under the 518221 pincode. Dhone is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Peddapodilla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Peddapodilla
As per Census 2011, Peddapodilla village has a total population of 3,956 people, consisting of 1,980 males and 1,976 females. The village has 840 households and a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males. There are 494 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,939 literate and 2,017 illiterate residents. Additionally, 646 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Peddapodilla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,956 | 1,980 | 1,976 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 494 | 281 | 213 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 646 | 329 | 317 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,939 | 1,167 | 772 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,017 | 813 | 1,204 |
Nearby Villages of Peddapodilla
Peddapodilla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shrotrium Rangapuram | South-West | 2.98 km |
| Kotha Buruju | North | 3.44 km |
| Kalachetla | South-West | 4.24 km |
| Kothakota | East | 5.03 km |
| Shotrium Gundala | North | 5.95 km |
| Kandamakuntla | South-West | 6.60 km |
| Peapally | South | 7.12 km |
| Shrotrium Rayampeta | South | 7.37 km |
| Chanugondla | North-West | 7.37 km |
| Eddupenta | North-East | 8.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Peddapodilla
Peddapodilla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pendekallu, while the nearest airport is Bellary Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhone to Peddapodilla is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kurnool to Peddapodilla is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Peddapodilla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Peddapodilla 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 Peddapodilla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Peddapodilla 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 Peddapodilla
Where is Peddapodilla located?
Peddapodilla village is located in Peapully Mandal, Nandyal district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Peddapodilla?
The Gram Panchayat of Peddapodilla is Chinnapodilla.
What is the pincode of Peddapodilla?
The pincode of Peddapodilla is 518221.
What is the population of Peddapodilla?
Peddapodilla has a total population of 3,956, including 1,980 males and 1,976 females.
How many households are there in Peddapodilla?
There are 840 households in Peddapodilla.
What is the literacy rate in Peddapodilla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Peddapodilla is 49.01%. Male literacy is 58.94% and female literacy is 39.07%.