Padmatula - Kanchili, Srikakulam
Padmatula is a village situated in the Kanchili mandal of Srikakulam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanchili and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Srikakulam. Ampuram serves as the Grama Panchayat for Padmatula village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padmatula is 580434. The village covers a total geographical area of 89 hectares and falls under the 532290 pincode. Ichchapuram is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Padmatula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Padmatula
According to the 2011 Census, Padmatula village had a total population of 786 people, including 344 males and 442 females, living in 197 households. The sex ratio was 1,285 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.72%, with male literacy at 65.79% and female literacy at 40.82%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 15.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 786 | 344 | 442 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 40 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 360 | 200 | 160 |
| Illiterate Population | 426 | 144 | 282 |
Nearby Villages of Padmatula
Padmatula is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Padmatula
Padmatula is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Padmatula.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ichchapuram to Padmatula is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Srikakulam to Padmatula is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padmatula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padmatula 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 Padmatula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padmatula 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Padmatula
Where is Padmatula located?
Padmatula village is located in Kanchili Mandal, Srikakulam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Padmatula?
The Grama Panchayat of Padmatula is Ampuram.
What is the pincode of Padmatula?
The pincode of Padmatula is 532290.
What is the population of Padmatula?
Padmatula had a total population of 786, including 344 males and 442 females.
How many households are there in Padmatula?
Padmatula had 197 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padmatula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padmatula was 51.72%. Male literacy was 65.79% and female literacy was 40.82%.