Nellipudi - Gangavaram, Polavaram
Nellipudi is a village situated in the Gangavaram mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from Gangavaram and around 50 km from Kakinada. Nellipudi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nellipudi is 587105. The village covers a total geographical area of 57 hectares and falls under the 533285 pincode. Rajahmundry is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Nellipudi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Nellipudi
According to the 2011 Census, Nellipudi village had a total population of 3,636 people, including 1,765 males and 1,871 females, living in 1,043 households. The sex ratio was 1,060 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.81%, with male literacy at 50.61% and female literacy at 49.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,043, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 759.
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 | 3,636 | 1,765 | 1,871 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 418 | 198 | 220 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,043 | 500 | 543 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 759 | 344 | 415 |
| Literate Population | 1,603 | 793 | 810 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,033 | 972 | 1,061 |
Nearby Villages of Nellipudi
Nellipudi 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 Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bayyanapalle | South | 1.91 km |
| Chinagarlapadu | North-West | 2.29 km |
| Surampalem | West | 2.86 km |
| Kotharamavaram | South | 3.12 km |
| Patharamavaram | South-West | 3.31 km |
| Yamanapalle | South-West | 3.53 km |
| Pidathamamidi | East | 3.88 km |
| Padagarlapadu | North | 4.06 km |
| Chodavaram | South | 4.14 km |
| Kothada | North-West | 4.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nellipudi
Nellipudi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gudaparti, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.6 km.
| 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 Rajahmundry to Nellipudi is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Nellipudi is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nellipudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nellipudi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nellipudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nellipudi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nellipudi
Where is Nellipudi located?
Nellipudi village is located in Gangavaram Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nellipudi?
Nellipudi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nellipudi?
The pincode of Nellipudi is 533285.
What is the population of Nellipudi?
Nellipudi had a total population of 3,636, including 1,765 males and 1,871 females.
How many households are there in Nellipudi?
Nellipudi had 1,043 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nellipudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nellipudi was 49.81%. Male literacy was 50.61% and female literacy was 49.06%.