Padmanabhapuram - Sompeta, Srikakulam
Padmanabhapuram is a village situated in the Sompeta mandal of Srikakulam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sompeta and around 135 km from the district headquarters in Srikakulam. Besi Ramachandrapuram serves as the Grama Panchayat for Padmanabhapuram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padmanabhapuram is 580493. The village covers a total geographical area of 56 hectares and falls under the 532284 pincode. Ichchapuram is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Padmanabhapuram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Padmanabhapuram
According to the 2011 Census, Padmanabhapuram village had a total population of 399 people, including 205 males and 194 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.42%, with male literacy at 87.89% and female literacy at 76.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 18.
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 | 399 | 205 | 194 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 15 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 300 | 167 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 99 | 38 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Padmanabhapuram
Padmanabhapuram 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 Padmanabhapuram
Padmanabhapuram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ichchapuram to Padmanabhapuram is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Srikakulam to Padmanabhapuram is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padmanabhapuram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padmanabhapuram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Padmanabhapuram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padmanabhapuram 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Padmanabhapuram
Where is Padmanabhapuram located?
Padmanabhapuram village is located in Sompeta Mandal, Srikakulam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Padmanabhapuram?
The Grama Panchayat of Padmanabhapuram is Besi Ramachandrapuram.
What is the pincode of Padmanabhapuram?
The pincode of Padmanabhapuram is 532284.
What is the population of Padmanabhapuram?
Padmanabhapuram had a total population of 399, including 205 males and 194 females.
How many households are there in Padmanabhapuram?
Padmanabhapuram had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padmanabhapuram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padmanabhapuram was 82.42%. Male literacy was 87.89% and female literacy was 76.44%.