Puvvada - Nuzendla, Palnadu
Puvvada is a village situated in the Nuzendla mandal of Palnadu district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from Nuzendla and around 108 km from Guntur. Puvvada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puvvada is 590105. The village covers a total geographical area of 2498 hectares and falls under the 522660 pincode. Vinukonda is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Puvvada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Puvvada
As per Census 2011, Puvvada village has a total population of 3,848 people, consisting of 1,965 males and 1,883 females. The village has 927 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 466 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,564 literate and 2,284 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,284 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Puvvada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,848 | 1,965 | 1,883 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 466 | 255 | 211 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,284 | 659 | 625 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 1,564 | 963 | 601 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,284 | 1,002 | 1,282 |
Nearby Villages of Puvvada
Puvvada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mulakalur | North | 3.64 km |
| Bheemavaram | South | 4.13 km |
| Gokanakonda | East | 4.61 km |
| Edara | South-West | 4.83 km |
| Jammalamadaka | South-East | 4.89 km |
| Kondraprolu | North-West | 5.22 km |
| Ummadivaram | North-East | 5.87 km |
| Perumallapalle | North | 6.59 km |
| Nagulavaram | North-East | 6.66 km |
| Mylavaram | South-East | 6.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Puvvada
Puvvada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vinukonda, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.4 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 Vinukonda to Puvvada is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Guntur to Puvvada is about 108 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puvvada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puvvada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Puvvada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puvvada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Puvvada
Where is Puvvada located?
Puvvada village is located in Nuzendla Mandal, Palnadu district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puvvada?
Puvvada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Puvvada?
The pincode of Puvvada is 522660.
What is the population of Puvvada?
Puvvada has a total population of 3,848, including 1,965 males and 1,883 females.
How many households are there in Puvvada?
There are 927 households in Puvvada.
What is the literacy rate in Puvvada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puvvada is 40.64%. Male literacy is 49.01% and female literacy is 31.92%.