Pedduru - Maredumilli, Polavaram
Pedduru is a village situated in the Maredumilli mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from Maredumilli and around 129 km from Kakinada. D.ch.palem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pedduru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pedduru is 586594. The village covers a total geographical area of 21 hectares and falls under the 533288 pincode. Rajahmundry is the nearest town, located about 86 km away.
Pedduru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pedduru
According to the 2011 Census, Pedduru village had a total population of 137 people, including 64 males and 73 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 1,141 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 27.12%, with male literacy at 40.00% and female literacy at 15.87%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 136.
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 | 137 | 64 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 136 | 64 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 32 | 22 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 42 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Pedduru
Pedduru 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 Pedduru
Pedduru 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 >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 Pedduru is about 86 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Pedduru is about 129 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pedduru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pedduru 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Pedduru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pedduru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pedduru
Where is Pedduru located?
Pedduru village is located in Maredumilli Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pedduru?
The Gram Panchayat of Pedduru is D.ch.palem.
What is the pincode of Pedduru?
The pincode of Pedduru is 533288.
What is the population of Pedduru?
Pedduru had a total population of 137, including 64 males and 73 females.
How many households are there in Pedduru?
Pedduru had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pedduru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pedduru was 27.12%. Male literacy was 40.00% and female literacy was 15.87%.