Khambham Padu (East) - Mundlamuru, Prakasam
Khambham Padu (East) is a village situated in the Mundlamuru mandal of Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mundlamuru and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Ongole. East Kambhampadu serves as the Grama Panchayat for Khambham Padu (East) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khambham Padu (East) is 590785. The village covers a total geographical area of 1141 hectares and falls under the 523201 pincode. Vinukonda is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Khambham Padu (East) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khambham Padu (East)
According to the 2011 Census, Khambham Padu (East) village had a total population of 1,101 people, including 564 males and 537 females, living in 280 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.85%, with male literacy at 69.96% and female literacy at 59.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 238.
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 | 1,101 | 564 | 537 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 48 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 238 | 118 | 120 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 655 | 361 | 294 |
| Illiterate Population | 446 | 203 | 243 |
Nearby Villages of Khambham Padu (East)
Khambham Padu (East) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhatla Palle | South | 1.77 km |
| Gopalapuram | East | 3.02 km |
| Narasimha Puram | South-East | 3.17 km |
| Chakraya Palem | North-East | 3.39 km |
| Vemparala | North | 3.63 km |
| Nuzella Palle | South-West | 3.64 km |
| Ramayapalem (u) | South | 4.93 km |
| Uppalapadu | North | 5.00 km |
| Marella | North-West | 5.08 km |
| Sankarapuram | South-West | 5.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khambham Padu (East)
Khambham Padu (East) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Vinukonda, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Vinukonda to Khambham Padu (East) is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ongole to Khambham Padu (East) is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khambham Padu (East)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khambham Padu (East) 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khambham Padu (East)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khambham Padu (East) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khambham Padu (East)
Where is Khambham Padu (East) located?
Khambham Padu (East) village is located in Mundlamuru Mandal, Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Khambham Padu (East)?
The Grama Panchayat of Khambham Padu (East) is East Kambhampadu.
What is the pincode of Khambham Padu (East)?
The pincode of Khambham Padu (East) is 523201.
What is the population of Khambham Padu (East)?
Khambham Padu (East) had a total population of 1,101, including 564 males and 537 females.
How many households are there in Khambham Padu (East)?
Khambham Padu (East) had 280 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khambham Padu (East)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khambham Padu (East) was 64.85%. Male literacy was 69.96% and female literacy was 59.51%.