Peddanuthulu - Devipatnam, Polavaram
Peddanuthulu is a village situated in the Devipatnam mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from Devipatnam and around 112 km from Kakinada. Choppakonda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Peddanuthulu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Peddanuthulu is 586606. The village covers a total geographical area of 74 hectares and falls under the 533288 pincode. Rajahmundry is the nearest town, located about 76 km away.
Peddanuthulu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Peddanuthulu
According to the 2011 Census, Peddanuthulu village had a total population of 150 people, including 64 males and 86 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 1,344 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.73%, with male literacy at 75.00% and female literacy at 41.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 146.
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 | 150 | 64 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 146 | 63 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 73 | 42 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 22 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Peddanuthulu
Peddanuthulu 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 Peddanuthulu
Peddanuthulu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Rajahmundry to Peddanuthulu is about 76 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Peddanuthulu is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Peddanuthulu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Peddanuthulu 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Peddanuthulu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Peddanuthulu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Peddanuthulu
Where is Peddanuthulu located?
Peddanuthulu village is located in Devipatnam Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Peddanuthulu?
The Gram Panchayat of Peddanuthulu is Choppakonda.
What is the pincode of Peddanuthulu?
The pincode of Peddanuthulu is 533288.
What is the population of Peddanuthulu?
Peddanuthulu had a total population of 150, including 64 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Peddanuthulu?
Peddanuthulu had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Peddanuthulu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Peddanuthulu was 55.73%. Male literacy was 75.00% and female literacy was 41.33%.