Palakaveedu
Palakaveedu is a village located in Racherla mandal of Prakasam district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Racherla (tehsildar office) and 156km away from district headquarter Ongole. As per 2009 stats, Palakaveedu village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Palakaveedu unique in its vibrant Racherla-Prakasam region. You’ll see Palakaveedu’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 Palakaveedu
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palakaveedu is 591175. The village spans a total geographical area of 1679 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 523368. Markapur is nearest town to Palakaveedu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 65km away.
Google Map of Palakaveedu
Population of Palakaveedu
According to the 2011 Census, Palakaveedu has a total population of about 3,118, with approximately 1,603 males and 1,515 females. The sex ratio is around 945 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 321 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 677 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 11. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.59%, with male literacy at about 74.80% and female literacy near 43.50%. There are around 808 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Palakaveedu's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 3,118 | 1,603 | 1,515 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 321 | 168 | 153 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 677 | 332 | 345 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
Literate Population | 1,858 | 1,199 | 659 |
Illiterate Population | 1,260 | 404 | 856 |
Connectivity of Palakaveedu
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palakaveedu. As per the 2011 stats, Palakaveedu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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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 Palakaveedu
Knowing the nearby villages of Palakaveedu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palakaveedu.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palakaveedu
- Where is Palakaveedu located?
- Palakaveedu village is situated in Racherla Mandal, within the Prakasam district of Andhra Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palakaveedu?
- Palakaveedu serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Palakaveedu?
- The pincode of Palakaveedu is 523368, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palakaveedu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palakaveedu is 3,118, with 1,603 males and 1,515 females.
- How many households are there in Palakaveedu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palakaveedu village has a total of 808 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palakaveedu as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palakaveedu is 59.59%. The male literacy rate is 74.80%, while the female literacy rate is 43.50%.