Pothalapadu
Pothalapadu is a village located in Tarlupadu mandal of Prakasam district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Tarlupadu (tehsildar office) and 100km away from district headquarter Ongole. As per 2009 stats, Pothalapadu village is also a gram panchayat.
Pothalapadu has its own place in the vibrant Prakasam region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Pothalapadu
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pothalapadu is 590902. The village spans a total geographical area of 1445 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 523315. Markapur is nearest town to Pothalapadu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
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Population of Pothalapadu
Below is a concise population overview of Pothalapadu as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
---|---|---|---|
Total Population | 1,643 | 850 | 793 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 239 | 123 | 116 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 588 | 312 | 276 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
Literate Population | 670 | 426 | 244 |
Illiterate Population | 973 | 424 | 549 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Pothalapadu village:
- The total population of Pothalapadu village is around 1,643, including approximately 850 males and 793 females, with a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 239 children aged 0–6 years in Pothalapadu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Pothalapadu village has 588 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 28 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Pothalapadu village is about 40.78%, with male literacy at 50.12% and female literacy at 30.77%.
- There are around 359 households in Pothalapadu village.
Connectivity of Pothalapadu
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pothalapadu. As per the 2011 stats, Pothalapadu 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 Pothalapadu
Knowing the nearby villages of Pothalapadu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pothalapadu.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pothalapadu
- Where is Pothalapadu located?
- Pothalapadu village is situated in Tarlupadu Mandal, within the Prakasam district of Andhra Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pothalapadu?
- Pothalapadu serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Pothalapadu?
- The pincode of Pothalapadu is 523315, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pothalapadu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pothalapadu is 1,643, with 850 males and 793 females.
- How many households are there in Pothalapadu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pothalapadu village has a total of 359 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pothalapadu as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pothalapadu is 40.78%. The male literacy rate is 50.12%, while the female literacy rate is 30.77%.