Mattempadu - Nellore Rural, Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore
Mattempadu is a village situated in the Nellore Rural mandal of Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from Nellore and around 18 km from Nellore. Amancharla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mattempadu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mattempadu is 592086. The village covers a total geographical area of 620 hectares and falls under the 524345 pincode. Nellore is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Mattempadu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nellore Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nellore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mattempadu
As per Census 2011, Mattempadu village has a total population of 324 people, consisting of 162 males and 162 females. The village has 84 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 135 literate and 189 illiterate residents. Additionally, 174 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 50 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mattempadu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 324 | 162 | 162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 27 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 174 | 84 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 135 | 71 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 189 | 91 | 98 |
Nearby Villages of Mattempadu
Mattempadu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Amancherla | North-East | 3.01 km |
| Mogallapalem | North | 3.33 km |
| Marupuru | West | 3.54 km |
| Palicherlapadu | South | 3.94 km |
| Mannavarappadu | North-East | 4.94 km |
| South Mopur | North | 5.23 km |
| Kasumuru | South-East | 5.79 km |
| Kandalapadu | South-East | 6.11 km |
| Donthali | East | 6.37 km |
| Chatagotla | West | 7.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mattempadu
Mattempadu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Venkatachalam, while the nearest airport is Tirupati Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.7 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 Nellore to Mattempadu is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mattempadu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mattempadu 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mattempadu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mattempadu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mattempadu
Where is Mattempadu located?
Mattempadu village is located in Nellore Rural Mandal, Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mattempadu?
The Gram Panchayat of Mattempadu is Amancharla.
What is the pincode of Mattempadu?
The pincode of Mattempadu is 524345.
What is the population of Mattempadu?
Mattempadu has a total population of 324, including 162 males and 162 females.
How many households are there in Mattempadu?
There are 84 households in Mattempadu.
What is the literacy rate in Mattempadu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mattempadu is 41.67%. Male literacy is 43.83% and female literacy is 39.51%.