Peddapadu - Rampachodavaram, Polavaram
Peddapadu is a village situated in the Rampachodavaram mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from Rampachodavaram and around 96 km from Kakinada. Pedageddada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Peddapadu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Peddapadu is 587150. The village covers a total geographical area of 23 hectares and falls under the 533288 pincode. Rajahmundry is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Peddapadu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Peddapadu
According to the 2011 Census, Peddapadu village had a total population of 90 people, including 42 males and 48 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 1,143 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.16%, with male literacy at 52.78% and female literacy at 36.59%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 87.
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 | 90 | 42 | 48 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 87 | 42 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 34 | 19 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 23 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Peddapadu
Peddapadu 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 Peddapadu
Public transport in the Peddapadu is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Rajahmundry to Peddapadu is about 68 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Peddapadu is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Peddapadu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Peddapadu 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Peddapadu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Peddapadu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Peddapadu
Where is Peddapadu located?
Peddapadu village is located in Rampachodavaram Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Peddapadu?
The Gram Panchayat of Peddapadu is Pedageddada.
What is the pincode of Peddapadu?
The pincode of Peddapadu is 533288.
What is the population of Peddapadu?
Peddapadu had a total population of 90, including 42 males and 48 females.
How many households are there in Peddapadu?
Peddapadu had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Peddapadu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Peddapadu was 44.16%. Male literacy was 52.78% and female literacy was 36.59%.