Peddanna Palem - Donakonda, Prakasam
Peddanna Palem is a village situated in the Donakonda mandal of Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Donakonda and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Ongole. Peddannapalem serves as the Grama Panchayat for Peddanna Palem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Peddanna Palem is 590641. The village covers a total geographical area of 1036 hectares and falls under the 523305 pincode. Markapur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Peddanna Palem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Peddanna Palem
According to the 2011 Census, Peddanna Palem village had a total population of 1,442 people, including 727 males and 715 females, living in 341 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.50%, with male literacy at 58.49% and female literacy at 30.10%.
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 | 1,442 | 727 | 715 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 188 | 91 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 558 | 372 | 186 |
| Illiterate Population | 884 | 355 | 529 |
Nearby Villages of Peddanna Palem
Peddanna Palem 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Narasimhanayuni Palem | North-West | 1.76 km |
| Vabbapuram | North | 2.42 km |
| Lakshmi Narayana Puram | South-West | 2.90 km |
| Gudipadu | South-East | 3.33 km |
| Yerrabalem | North | 3.72 km |
| Indla Cheruvu | West | 4.10 km |
| Veera Venkata Puram | North | 4.24 km |
| Padamati Venkata Puram | South-West | 5.67 km |
| Bada Puram | North-West | 5.81 km |
| West Gangavaram | East | 5.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Peddanna Palem
Peddanna Palem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Donakonda, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 0.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Markapur to Peddanna Palem is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ongole to Peddanna Palem is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Peddanna Palem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Peddanna Palem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Peddanna Palem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Peddanna Palem 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 Peddanna Palem
Where is Peddanna Palem located?
Peddanna Palem village is located in Donakonda Mandal, Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Peddanna Palem?
The Grama Panchayat of Peddanna Palem is Peddannapalem.
What is the pincode of Peddanna Palem?
The pincode of Peddanna Palem is 523305.
What is the population of Peddanna Palem?
Peddanna Palem had a total population of 1,442, including 727 males and 715 females.
How many households are there in Peddanna Palem?
Peddanna Palem had 341 households.
What is the literacy rate in Peddanna Palem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Peddanna Palem was 44.50%. Male literacy was 58.49% and female literacy was 30.10%.