Peddipalem - Anandapuram, Visakhapatnam
Peddipalem is a village situated in the Anandapuram mandal of Visakhapatnam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Anandapuram and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Visakhapatnam. Peddipalem village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Peddipalem is 586104. The village covers a total geographical area of 350 hectares and falls under the 531163 pincode. Bheemunipatnam is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Peddipalem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Peddipalem
As per Census 2011, Peddipalem village has a total population of 2,671 people, consisting of 1,315 males and 1,356 females. The village has 688 households and a sex ratio of 1,031 females per 1,000 males. There are 293 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,442 literate and 1,229 illiterate residents. Additionally, 248 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Peddipalem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,671 | 1,315 | 1,356 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 293 | 140 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 248 | 127 | 121 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,442 | 784 | 658 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,229 | 531 | 698 |
Nearby Villages of Peddipalem
Peddipalem 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vemulavalasa | South-West | 1.66 km |
| Vellanki | South | 2.01 km |
| Tatituru | North | 2.45 km |
| Anandapuram | West | 2.93 km |
| Kothavalasa | South-East | 3.41 km |
| Nagarapalem | North-East | 3.62 km |
| Jayanthivani Agraharam | South | 3.74 km |
| Gottipalle | North-West | 4.16 km |
| Chandaka | West | 4.69 km |
| Gambheeram | South-West | 4.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Peddipalem
Peddipalem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Alamanda, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 108.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bheemunipatnam to Peddipalem is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Peddipalem is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Peddipalem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Peddipalem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Peddipalem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Peddipalem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Peddipalem
Where is Peddipalem located?
Peddipalem village is located in Anandapuram Mandal, Visakhapatnam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Peddipalem?
Peddipalem is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Peddipalem?
The pincode of Peddipalem is 531163.
What is the population of Peddipalem?
Peddipalem has a total population of 2,671, including 1,315 males and 1,356 females.
How many households are there in Peddipalem?
There are 688 households in Peddipalem.
What is the literacy rate in Peddipalem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Peddipalem is 53.99%. Male literacy is 59.62% and female literacy is 48.53%.