Penikalapadu - Rampachodavaram, Polavaram
Penikalapadu 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. Beerampalle serves as the Gram Panchayat for Penikalapadu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Penikalapadu is 587179. The village covers a total geographical area of 145 hectares and falls under the 533285 pincode. Rajahmundry is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Penikalapadu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Penikalapadu
According to the 2011 Census, Penikalapadu village had a total population of 81 people, including 41 males and 40 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.21%, with male literacy at 50.00% and female literacy at 40.54%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 80.
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 | 81 | 41 | 40 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 80 | 40 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 33 | 18 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 23 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Penikalapadu
Penikalapadu 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 Penikalapadu
Penikalapadu 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 5-10 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 Penikalapadu is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Penikalapadu 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 Penikalapadu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Penikalapadu 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 Penikalapadu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Penikalapadu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Penikalapadu
Where is Penikalapadu located?
Penikalapadu village is located in Rampachodavaram Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Penikalapadu?
The Gram Panchayat of Penikalapadu is Beerampalle.
What is the pincode of Penikalapadu?
The pincode of Penikalapadu is 533285.
What is the population of Penikalapadu?
Penikalapadu had a total population of 81, including 41 males and 40 females.
How many households are there in Penikalapadu?
Penikalapadu had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Penikalapadu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Penikalapadu was 45.21%. Male literacy was 50.00% and female literacy was 40.54%.