Loddipalem - Gangavaram, Polavaram
Loddipalem is a village situated in the Gangavaram mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 31 km from Gangavaram and around 58 km from Kakinada. Molleru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Loddipalem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Loddipalem is 587123. The village covers a total geographical area of 62 hectares and falls under the 533285 pincode. Rajahmundry is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Loddipalem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Loddipalem
According to the 2011 Census, Loddipalem village had a total population of 178 people, including 88 males and 90 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 1,023 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.03%, with male literacy at 74.03% and female literacy at 50.62%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 174.
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 | 178 | 88 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 174 | 86 | 88 |
| Literate Population | 98 | 57 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 80 | 31 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Loddipalem
Loddipalem 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 Loddipalem
Loddipalem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Loddipalem is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Loddipalem is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Loddipalem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Loddipalem 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Loddipalem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Loddipalem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Loddipalem
Where is Loddipalem located?
Loddipalem village is located in Gangavaram Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Loddipalem?
The Gram Panchayat of Loddipalem is Molleru.
What is the pincode of Loddipalem?
The pincode of Loddipalem is 533285.
What is the population of Loddipalem?
Loddipalem had a total population of 178, including 88 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Loddipalem?
Loddipalem had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Loddipalem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Loddipalem was 62.03%. Male literacy was 74.03% and female literacy was 50.62%.