Pedaganjam

Pedaganjam is a village located in Chinaganjam mandal of Prakasam district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Chinaganjam (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Ongole. As per 2009 stats, Pedaganjam village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Pedaganjam unique in its vibrant Chinaganjam-Prakasam region. You’ll see Pedaganjam’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Pedaganjam

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pedaganjam is 591030. The village spans a total geographical area of 945 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 523186. Chirala is nearest town to Pedaganjam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.

Google Map of Pedaganjam

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Population of Pedaganjam

According to the 2011 Census, Pedaganjam has a total population of about 7,972, with approximately 4,056 males and 3,916 females. The sex ratio is around 965 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 968 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 773 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 290. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.19%, with male literacy at about 59.47% and female literacy near 42.62%. There are around 2,198 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pedaganjam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 7,972 4,056 3,916
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 968 488 480
Scheduled Castes (SC) 773 394 379
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 290 137 153
Literate Population 4,081 2,412 1,669
Illiterate Population 3,891 1,644 2,247

Connectivity of Pedaganjam

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pedaganjam. As per the 2011 stats, Pedaganjam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Pedaganjam

Knowing the nearby villages of Pedaganjam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pedaganjam.

Frequently Asked Questions about Pedaganjam

Where is Pedaganjam located?
Pedaganjam village is situated in Chinaganjam Mandal, within the Prakasam district of Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pedaganjam?
Pedaganjam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Pedaganjam?
The pincode of Pedaganjam is 523186, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Pedaganjam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pedaganjam is 7,972, with 4,056 males and 3,916 females.
How many households are there in Pedaganjam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pedaganjam village has a total of 2,198 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pedaganjam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pedaganjam is 51.19%. The male literacy rate is 59.47%, while the female literacy rate is 42.62%.