Pedapalle - Puttaparthy, Sri Sathya Sai
Pedapalle is a village situated in the Puttaparthy mandal of Sri Sathya Sai district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from Puttaparthi and around 88 km from Anantapur. Pedaballi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pedapalle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pedapalle is 595445. The village covers a total geographical area of 1696 hectares and falls under the 515231 pincode. Hindupur is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Pedapalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pedapalle
As per Census 2011, Pedapalle village has a total population of 6,584 people, consisting of 3,367 males and 3,217 females. The village has 1,649 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 744 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,561 literate and 3,023 illiterate residents. Additionally, 369 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,740 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pedapalle are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,584 | 3,367 | 3,217 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 744 | 417 | 327 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 369 | 189 | 180 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,740 | 914 | 826 |
| Literate Population | 3,561 | 2,147 | 1,414 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,023 | 1,220 | 1,803 |
Nearby Villages of Pedapalle
Pedapalle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gangampalle | South-East | 4.15 km |
| Kadirepalle | North-West | 4.18 km |
| Kotlapalle | West | 5.29 km |
| Jowkuledudinne | South-West | 5.70 km |
| Jagarajupalle | North-West | 6.39 km |
| Kappala Banda | North | 7.64 km |
| Mandalapalle | South-West | 8.07 km |
| Kammavaripalle | South | 8.45 km |
| Nidimamidi | West | 8.85 km |
| Byrapuram | North-West | 9.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pedapalle
Pedapalle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Satya Sai P Nilayam, while the nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Hindupur to Pedapalle is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anantapur to Pedapalle is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pedapalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pedapalle 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 Pedapalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pedapalle 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pedapalle
Where is Pedapalle located?
Pedapalle village is located in Puttaparthy Mandal, Sri Sathya Sai district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pedapalle?
The Gram Panchayat of Pedapalle is Pedaballi.
What is the pincode of Pedapalle?
The pincode of Pedapalle is 515231.
What is the population of Pedapalle?
Pedapalle has a total population of 6,584, including 3,367 males and 3,217 females.
How many households are there in Pedapalle?
There are 1,649 households in Pedapalle.
What is the literacy rate in Pedapalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pedapalle is 54.09%. Male literacy is 63.77% and female literacy is 43.95%.