Pedarama - Seethampeta, Parvathipuram Manyam

Pedarama is a village situated in the Seethampeta mandal of Parvathipuram Manyam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 2 km from Seethampeta and around 55 km from Srikakulam. Pedharama serves as the Grama Panchayat for Pedarama village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Pedarama is 580003. The village covers a total geographical area of 140 hectares and falls under the 532443 pincode. Amadalavalasa is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.

Pedarama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.

Population of Pedarama

According to the 2011 Census, Pedarama village had a total population of 952 people, including 465 males and 487 females, living in 227 households. The sex ratio was 1,047 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.12%, with male literacy at 59.40% and female literacy at 35.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 27, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 889.

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 Population952465487
Child Population (0–6 yrs)1206654
Scheduled Castes (SC)271512
Scheduled Tribes (ST)889429460
Literate Population392237155
Illiterate Population560228332

Nearby Villages of Pedarama

Pedarama 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 VillageDirectionApprox. Distance (Aerial)
KaremNorth1.17 km
VambarilliWest1.40 km
ChinaramaEast1.74 km
TuraipuvalasaSouth-East1.87 km
MandaSouth2.11 km
DevanapuramNorth-East2.11 km
GadiguddiEast2.48 km
JonagaWest2.74 km
JagathipalleNorth2.87 km
ChinakambaSouth3.19 km

Transport and Connectivity of Pedarama

Pedarama is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kashinagar Halt, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 103.2 km.

ConnectivityStatusNearest Availability
Public Bus ServiceYesAvailable within village
Private Bus ServiceNoAvailable within <5 km
Railway StationNo-

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amadalavalasa to Pedarama is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Srikakulam to Pedarama is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Pedarama

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pedarama village is detailed below:

Service TypeStatusNearest Availability
BankNoAvailable within 2-5 km
ATMNoAvailable within 2-5 km
Post OfficeNoAvailable within 2-5 km

Health Facilities in Pedarama

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pedarama village are given below:

Facility TypeStatusNearest Availability
Health Sub-Centre (HSC)YesAvailable within village
Primary Health Centre (PHC)NoAvailable within >10 km
Community Health Centre (CHC)NoAvailable within 2-5 km

FAQs about Pedarama

Where is Pedarama located?

Pedarama village is located in Seethampeta Mandal, Parvathipuram Manyam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.

What is the Grama Panchayat of Pedarama?

The Grama Panchayat of Pedarama is Pedharama.

What is the pincode of Pedarama?

The pincode of Pedarama is 532443.

What is the population of Pedarama?

Pedarama had a total population of 952, including 465 males and 487 females.

How many households are there in Pedarama?

Pedarama had 227 households.

What is the literacy rate in Pedarama?

As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pedarama was 47.12%. Male literacy was 59.40% and female literacy was 35.80%.