Pega - Chinturu, Polavaram
Pega is a village situated in the Chinturu mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from Chintur and around 170 km from Khammam. Pega village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pega is 579161. The village covers a total geographical area of 523 hectares and falls under the 533352 pincode. Palwancha is the nearest town, located about 73 km away.
Pega village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pega
As per Census 2011, Pega village has a total population of 695 people, consisting of 345 males and 350 females. The village has 163 households and a sex ratio of 1,014 females per 1,000 males. There are 86 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 129 literate and 566 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 597 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pega are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 695 | 345 | 350 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 44 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 597 | 292 | 305 |
| Literate Population | 129 | 69 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 566 | 276 | 290 |
Nearby Villages of Pega
Pega 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 Pega
Pega is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Palwancha to Pega is about 73 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Pega is about 170 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pega
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pega 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 Pega
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pega 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 Pega
Where is Pega located?
Pega village is located in Chinturu Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pega?
Pega is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pega?
The pincode of Pega is 533352.
What is the population of Pega?
Pega has a total population of 695, including 345 males and 350 females.
How many households are there in Pega?
There are 163 households in Pega.
What is the literacy rate in Pega?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pega is 18.56%. Male literacy is 20.00% and female literacy is 17.14%.