Zaderu - Gangavaram, Polavaram
Zaderu is a village situated in the Gangavaram mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from Gangavaram and around 80 km from Kakinada. Zaderu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Zaderu is 587081. The village covers a total geographical area of 128 hectares and falls under the 533428 pincode. Rajahmundry is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Zaderu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Zaderu
As per Census 2011, Zaderu village has a total population of 501 people, consisting of 245 males and 256 females. The village has 162 households and a sex ratio of 1,044 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 250 literate and 251 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 333 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Zaderu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 501 | 245 | 256 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 32 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 333 | 158 | 175 |
| Literate Population | 250 | 126 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 251 | 119 | 132 |
Nearby Villages of Zaderu
Zaderu 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 Zaderu
Zaderu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Zaderu is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Zaderu is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Zaderu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Zaderu 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 Zaderu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Zaderu 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Zaderu
Where is Zaderu located?
Zaderu village is located in Gangavaram Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Zaderu?
Zaderu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Zaderu?
The pincode of Zaderu is 533428.
What is the population of Zaderu?
Zaderu has a total population of 501, including 245 males and 256 females.
How many households are there in Zaderu?
There are 162 households in Zaderu.
What is the literacy rate in Zaderu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Zaderu is 49.90%. Male literacy is 51.43% and female literacy is 48.44%.