Padagarlapadu - Gangavaram, Polavaram
Padagarlapadu is a village situated in the Gangavaram mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from Gangavaram and around 89 km from Kakinada. Doramamidi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padagarlapadu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padagarlapadu is 587097. The village covers a total geographical area of 448 hectares and falls under the 533284 pincode. Rajahmundry is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Padagarlapadu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Padagarlapadu
As per Census 2011, Padagarlapadu village has a total population of 450 people, consisting of 220 males and 230 females. The village has 137 households and a sex ratio of 1,045 females per 1,000 males. There are 51 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 214 literate and 236 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 341 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padagarlapadu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 450 | 220 | 230 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 25 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 341 | 166 | 175 |
| Literate Population | 214 | 118 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 236 | 102 | 134 |
Nearby Villages of Padagarlapadu
Padagarlapadu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chinagarlapadu | South | 1.90 km |
| Goragommi | North | 2.26 km |
| Doramamidi | North-West | 2.69 km |
| Kothada | South-West | 3.58 km |
| Surampalem | South-West | 3.76 km |
| Nellipudi | South | 4.06 km |
| Gangavaram | North-West | 4.07 km |
| Yerrampalem | West | 4.07 km |
| Amudalabanda | North-West | 5.02 km |
| Lakkonda | North | 5.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Padagarlapadu
Padagarlapadu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Godavari, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.2 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 Padagarlapadu is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Padagarlapadu is about 89 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padagarlapadu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padagarlapadu 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 Padagarlapadu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padagarlapadu 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 Padagarlapadu
Where is Padagarlapadu located?
Padagarlapadu village is located in Gangavaram Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padagarlapadu?
The Gram Panchayat of Padagarlapadu is Doramamidi.
What is the pincode of Padagarlapadu?
The pincode of Padagarlapadu is 533284.
What is the population of Padagarlapadu?
Padagarlapadu has a total population of 450, including 220 males and 230 females.
How many households are there in Padagarlapadu?
There are 137 households in Padagarlapadu.
What is the literacy rate in Padagarlapadu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padagarlapadu is 47.56%. Male literacy is 53.64% and female literacy is 41.74%.