Pitchikalapadu - Yetapaka, Polavaram
Pitchikalapadu is a village situated in the Yetapaka mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from Bhadrachalam and around 130 km from Khammam. Pitchikalapadu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pitchikalapadu is 579037. The village covers a total geographical area of 98 hectares and falls under the 533352 pincode. Palwancha is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Pitchikalapadu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pitchikalapadu
As per Census 2011, Pitchikalapadu village has a total population of 1,368 people, consisting of 690 males and 678 females. The village has 362 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 149 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 718 literate and 650 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,348 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pitchikalapadu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,368 | 690 | 678 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 71 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 3 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,348 | 685 | 663 |
| Literate Population | 718 | 420 | 298 |
| Illiterate Population | 650 | 270 | 380 |
Nearby Villages of Pitchikalapadu
Pitchikalapadu 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 Pitchikalapadu
Public transport in the Pitchikalapadu 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 Palwancha to Pitchikalapadu is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Pitchikalapadu is about 130 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 Pitchikalapadu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pitchikalapadu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pitchikalapadu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pitchikalapadu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pitchikalapadu
Where is Pitchikalapadu located?
Pitchikalapadu village is located in Yetapaka Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pitchikalapadu?
Pitchikalapadu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pitchikalapadu?
The pincode of Pitchikalapadu is 533352.
What is the population of Pitchikalapadu?
Pitchikalapadu has a total population of 1,368, including 690 males and 678 females.
How many households are there in Pitchikalapadu?
There are 362 households in Pitchikalapadu.
What is the literacy rate in Pitchikalapadu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pitchikalapadu is 52.49%. Male literacy is 60.87% and female literacy is 43.95%.