Jaddangi - Rajavommangi, Polavaram
Jaddangi is a village situated in the Rajavommangi mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from Rajavommangi and around 88 km from Kakinada. Jaddangi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jaddangi is 586923. The village covers a total geographical area of 1761 hectares and falls under the 533436 pincode. Peddapuram is the nearest town, located about 63 km away.
Jaddangi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jaddangi
As per Census 2011, Jaddangi village has a total population of 3,573 people, consisting of 1,794 males and 1,779 females. The village has 991 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 285 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,998 literate and 1,575 illiterate residents. Additionally, 165 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,670 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jaddangi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,573 | 1,794 | 1,779 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 285 | 147 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 165 | 86 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,670 | 786 | 884 |
| Literate Population | 1,998 | 1,072 | 926 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,575 | 722 | 853 |
Nearby Villages of Jaddangi
Jaddangi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Revatipalem | West | 1.51 km |
| Velagalapalem | South-West | 2.73 km |
| Donelapalem | West | 2.77 km |
| Singampalle | North-East | 4.06 km |
| Marripalem | South-West | 4.16 km |
| Aminabada | South-East | 4.18 km |
| Kinaparti | South-West | 4.49 km |
| Kottampalem | South-West | 4.51 km |
| Languparti | West | 4.73 km |
| Gobbilamadugu | North-West | 5.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jaddangi
Jaddangi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ravikampadu, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Peddapuram to Jaddangi is about 63 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Jaddangi is about 88 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 Jaddangi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jaddangi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jaddangi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jaddangi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jaddangi
Where is Jaddangi located?
Jaddangi village is located in Rajavommangi Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jaddangi?
Jaddangi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jaddangi?
The pincode of Jaddangi is 533436.
What is the population of Jaddangi?
Jaddangi has a total population of 3,573, including 1,794 males and 1,779 females.
How many households are there in Jaddangi?
There are 991 households in Jaddangi.
What is the literacy rate in Jaddangi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jaddangi is 55.92%. Male literacy is 59.75% and female literacy is 52.05%.