Peddaravipadu - Mundlamuru, Prakasam
Peddaravipadu is a village situated in the Mundlamuru mandal of Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mundlamuru and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Ongole. Naidupalem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Peddaravipadu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Peddaravipadu is 590803. The village covers a total geographical area of 1111 hectares and falls under the 523265 pincode. Vinukonda is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Peddaravipadu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Peddaravipadu
As per Census 2011, Peddaravipadu village has a total population of 2,118 people, consisting of 1,049 males and 1,069 females. The village has 547 households and a sex ratio of 1,019 females per 1,000 males. There are 269 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 920 literate and 1,198 illiterate residents. Additionally, 622 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 67 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Peddaravipadu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,118 | 1,049 | 1,069 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 269 | 131 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 622 | 312 | 310 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 67 | 36 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 920 | 546 | 374 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,198 | 503 | 695 |
Nearby Villages of Peddaravipadu
Peddaravipadu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vempadu | South-East | 2.47 km |
| Thammaluru | North-West | 2.65 km |
| Polavaram | South-East | 4.17 km |
| Nuzella Palle | East | 4.56 km |
| Mundlamuru | South-West | 4.67 km |
| Sankarapuram | South-East | 5.33 km |
| Umamaheswarapuram | North-West | 5.41 km |
| Marella | North-East | 5.68 km |
| Purimetla | North | 5.80 km |
| Nadimpallivari Khandrika | West | 6.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Peddaravipadu
Peddaravipadu is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Vinukonda, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vinukonda to Peddaravipadu is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ongole to Peddaravipadu is about 50 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 Peddaravipadu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Peddaravipadu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Peddaravipadu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Peddaravipadu 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Peddaravipadu
Where is Peddaravipadu located?
Peddaravipadu village is located in Mundlamuru Mandal, Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Peddaravipadu?
The Gram Panchayat of Peddaravipadu is Naidupalem.
What is the pincode of Peddaravipadu?
The pincode of Peddaravipadu is 523265.
What is the population of Peddaravipadu?
Peddaravipadu has a total population of 2,118, including 1,049 males and 1,069 females.
How many households are there in Peddaravipadu?
There are 547 households in Peddaravipadu.
What is the literacy rate in Peddaravipadu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Peddaravipadu is 43.44%. Male literacy is 52.05% and female literacy is 34.99%.