Pedakanchuru - Pachipenta, Parvathipuram Manyam
Pedakanchuru is a village situated in the Pachipenta mandal of Parvathipuram Manyam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from Pachipenta and around 80 km from Vizianagaram. Borramamidi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pedakanchuru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pedakanchuru is 582481. The village covers a total geographical area of 40 hectares and falls under the 535591 pincode. Salur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Pedakanchuru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pedakanchuru
According to the 2011 Census, Pedakanchuru village had a total population of 545 people, including 284 males and 261 females, living in 119 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 15.62%, with male literacy at 20.92% and female literacy at 9.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 543.
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 | 545 | 284 | 261 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 45 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 543 | 282 | 261 |
| Literate Population | 72 | 50 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 473 | 234 | 239 |
Nearby Villages of Pedakanchuru
Pedakanchuru 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 Pedakanchuru
Public transport in the Pedakanchuru is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Salur to Pedakanchuru is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Vizianagaram to Pedakanchuru 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 Pedakanchuru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pedakanchuru 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 Pedakanchuru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pedakanchuru 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 Pedakanchuru
Where is Pedakanchuru located?
Pedakanchuru village is located in Pachipenta Mandal, Parvathipuram Manyam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pedakanchuru?
The Gram Panchayat of Pedakanchuru is Borramamidi.
What is the pincode of Pedakanchuru?
The pincode of Pedakanchuru is 535591.
What is the population of Pedakanchuru?
Pedakanchuru had a total population of 545, including 284 males and 261 females.
How many households are there in Pedakanchuru?
Pedakanchuru had 119 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pedakanchuru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pedakanchuru was 15.62%. Male literacy was 20.92% and female literacy was 9.91%.