Pekeru
Pekeru is a village located in Anandapuram mandal of Visakhapatnam district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Anandapuram (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Visakhapatnam. As per 2009 stats, Pekeru village is also a gram panchayat.
Pekeru has its own place in the vibrant Visakhapatnam region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Pekeru
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pekeru is 586075. The village spans a total geographical area of 550 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 531219. Vizianagaram is nearest town to Pekeru village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
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Population of Pekeru
Below is a concise population overview of Pekeru as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 988 | 486 | 502 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 76 | 63 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 176 | 87 | 89 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 279 | 161 | 118 |
Illiterate Population | 709 | 325 | 384 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Pekeru village:
- The total population of Pekeru village is around 988, including approximately 486 males and 502 females, with a sex ratio of 1032 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 139 children aged 0–6 years in Pekeru village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Pekeru village has 176 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Pekeru village is about 28.24%, with male literacy at 33.13% and female literacy at 23.51%.
- There are around 277 households in Pekeru village.
Connectivity of Pekeru
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pekeru. As per the 2011 stats, Pekeru had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pekeru
Knowing the nearby villages of Pekeru helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pekeru.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pekeru
- Where is Pekeru located?
- Pekeru village is situated in Anandapuram Mandal, within the Visakhapatnam district of Andhra Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pekeru?
- Pekeru serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Pekeru?
- The pincode of Pekeru is 531219, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pekeru as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pekeru is 988, with 486 males and 502 females.
- How many households are there in Pekeru as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pekeru village has a total of 277 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pekeru as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pekeru is 28.24%. The male literacy rate is 33.13%, while the female literacy rate is 23.51%.