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
According to the 2011 Census, Padagarlapadu village had a total population of 450 people, including 220 males and 230 females, living in 137 households. The sex ratio was 1,045 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.63%, with male literacy at 60.51% and female literacy at 47.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 341.
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 | 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 had a total population of 450, including 220 males and 230 females.
How many households are there in Padagarlapadu?
Padagarlapadu had 137 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padagarlapadu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padagarlapadu was 53.63%. Male literacy was 60.51% and female literacy was 47.06%.