Pedaghasila - Makkuva, Parvathipuram Manyam
Pedaghasila is a village situated in the Makkuva mandal of Parvathipuram Manyam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from Makkuva and around 90 km from Vizianagaram. Markondaputti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pedaghasila village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pedaghasila is 582193. The village covers a total geographical area of 335 hectares and falls under the 535547 pincode. Bobbili is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Pedaghasila village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pedaghasila
According to the 2011 Census, Pedaghasila village had a total population of 631 people, including 308 males and 323 females, living in 149 households. The sex ratio was 1,049 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.59%, with male literacy at 64.39% and female literacy at 43.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 101, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 342.
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 | 631 | 308 | 323 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 30 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 101 | 54 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 342 | 167 | 175 |
| Literate Population | 306 | 179 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 325 | 129 | 196 |
Nearby Villages of Pedaghasila
Pedaghasila 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Narayanarama Chan Draraju Puram | South-West | 1.26 km |
| Pedavootagadda | North-East | 1.45 km |
| Khavirivalasa | South-East | 1.82 km |
| Thunda | West | 2.24 km |
| Chinavootagedda | West | 2.33 km |
| Yerrasamanthula Valasa | North-East | 2.76 km |
| Battivalasa | South-East | 2.91 km |
| Markondaputti | East | 3.00 km |
| Seebillipedavalasa | South-West | 3.19 km |
| Panasabhadra | North | 3.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pedaghasila
Pedaghasila is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sitanagaram, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bobbili to Pedaghasila is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Vizianagaram to Pedaghasila is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pedaghasila
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pedaghasila village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pedaghasila
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pedaghasila 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pedaghasila
Where is Pedaghasila located?
Pedaghasila village is located in Makkuva Mandal, Parvathipuram Manyam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pedaghasila?
The Gram Panchayat of Pedaghasila is Markondaputti.
What is the pincode of Pedaghasila?
The pincode of Pedaghasila is 535547.
What is the population of Pedaghasila?
Pedaghasila had a total population of 631, including 308 males and 323 females.
How many households are there in Pedaghasila?
Pedaghasila had 149 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pedaghasila?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pedaghasila was 53.59%. Male literacy was 64.39% and female literacy was 43.34%.