Padda
Padda is a village located in Meliaputti mandal of Srikakulam district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Meliaputti (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Srikakulam. As per 2009 stats, Padda village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Padda unique in its vibrant Meliaputti-Srikakulam region. You’ll see Padda’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Padda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Padda is 580211. The village spans a total geographical area of 747 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 532215. Parlakimidi (orissa) is nearest town to Padda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
Google Map of Padda
Population of Padda
According to the 2011 Census, Padda has a total population of about 1,261, with approximately 645 males and 616 females. The sex ratio is around 955 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 153 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 79 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 997. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.81%, with male literacy at about 69.77% and female literacy near 45.29%. There are around 278 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Padda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,261 | 645 | 616 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 79 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 79 | 42 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 997 | 503 | 494 |
| Literate Population | 729 | 450 | 279 |
| Illiterate Population | 532 | 195 | 337 |
Connectivity of Padda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Padda. As per the 2011 stats, Padda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Padda
Knowing the nearby villages of Padda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Padda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Padda
- Where is Padda located?
- Padda village is situated in Meliaputti Mandal, within the Srikakulam district of Andhra Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Padda?
- Padda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Padda?
- The pincode of Padda is 532215, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Padda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Padda is 1,261, with 645 males and 616 females.
- How many households are there in Padda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Padda village has a total of 278 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Padda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Padda is 57.81%. The male literacy rate is 69.77%, while the female literacy rate is 45.29%.