Padamatipalem - Sangam, Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore
Padamatipalem is a village situated in the Sangam mandal of Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sangam and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Nellore. Gandhjanasayam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padamatipalem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padamatipalem is 591934. The village covers a total geographical area of 2760 hectares and falls under the 524306 pincode. Nellore is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Padamatipalem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Padamatipalem
As per Census 2011, Padamatipalem village has a total population of 6,319 people, consisting of 3,176 males and 3,143 females. The village has 1,755 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 686 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,600 literate and 2,719 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,339 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,090 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padamatipalem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,319 | 3,176 | 3,143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 686 | 339 | 347 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,339 | 665 | 674 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,090 | 558 | 532 |
| Literate Population | 3,600 | 1,989 | 1,611 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,719 | 1,187 | 1,532 |
Nearby Villages of Padamatipalem
Padamatipalem 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mahammadapuram | South-West | 3.48 km |
| Tharunavaya | North-West | 4.28 km |
| Makthapuram | South-East | 4.38 km |
| Duvvuru | East | 4.62 km |
| Vangallu | North-East | 4.77 km |
| Golla Kandukur | South | 5.52 km |
| Viroor | West | 5.53 km |
| Annareddipalem | South-East | 5.63 km |
| Sangam | North-West | 6.41 km |
| Jangala Khandrika | North-East | 6.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Padamatipalem
Padamatipalem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kodavaluru, while the nearest airport is Tirupati Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nellore to Padamatipalem is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nellore to Padamatipalem is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padamatipalem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padamatipalem 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 Padamatipalem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padamatipalem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Padamatipalem
Where is Padamatipalem located?
Padamatipalem village is located in Sangam Mandal, Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padamatipalem?
The Gram Panchayat of Padamatipalem is Gandhjanasayam.
What is the pincode of Padamatipalem?
The pincode of Padamatipalem is 524306.
What is the population of Padamatipalem?
Padamatipalem has a total population of 6,319, including 3,176 males and 3,143 females.
How many households are there in Padamatipalem?
There are 1,755 households in Padamatipalem.
What is the literacy rate in Padamatipalem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padamatipalem is 56.97%. Male literacy is 62.63% and female literacy is 51.26%.