Nallamada - Nallamada, Sri Sathya Sai
Nallamada is a village situated in the Nallamada mandal of Sri Sathya Sai district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 90 km from Anantapur. Nallamada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nallamada is 595271. The village covers a total geographical area of 3855 hectares and falls under the 515501 pincode. Kadiri is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Nallamada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Nallamada
As per Census 2011, Nallamada village has a total population of 10,944 people, consisting of 5,669 males and 5,275 females. The village has 2,710 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,184 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,120 literate and 4,824 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,090 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,842 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nallamada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,944 | 5,669 | 5,275 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,184 | 626 | 558 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,090 | 592 | 498 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,842 | 981 | 861 |
| Literate Population | 6,120 | 3,765 | 2,355 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,824 | 1,904 | 2,920 |
Nearby Villages of Nallamada
Nallamada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chowtakuntapalle | South-East | 3.21 km |
| Kurumala | South-East | 5.79 km |
| Gopepalle | East | 5.82 km |
| Kondakamarla | South | 5.85 km |
| Vankarakunta | North | 6.84 km |
| Narasambhotlapalle | South | 7.07 km |
| Reddipalle | North-East | 8.45 km |
| Daburuvaripalle | South | 8.93 km |
| Satarlapalle | South-West | 9.37 km |
| Donnikota | East | 9.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nallamada
Nallamada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kalasumudram, while the nearest airport is Kadapa Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kadiri to Nallamada is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantapur to Nallamada is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nallamada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nallamada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nallamada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nallamada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Nallamada
Where is Nallamada located?
Nallamada village is located in Nallamada Mandal, Sri Sathya Sai district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nallamada?
Nallamada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nallamada?
The pincode of Nallamada is 515501.
What is the population of Nallamada?
Nallamada has a total population of 10,944, including 5,669 males and 5,275 females.
How many households are there in Nallamada?
There are 2,710 households in Nallamada.
What is the literacy rate in Nallamada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nallamada is 55.92%. Male literacy is 66.41% and female literacy is 44.64%.