Maddi - Padmanabham, Visakhapatnam
Maddi is a village situated in the Padmanabham mandal of Visakhapatnam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Padmanabham and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Visakhapatnam. Maddi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maddi is 586126. The village covers a total geographical area of 771 hectares and falls under the 531219 pincode. Vizianagaram is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Maddi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Maddi
As per Census 2011, Maddi village has a total population of 3,348 people, consisting of 1,630 males and 1,718 females. The village has 920 households and a sex ratio of 1,053 females per 1,000 males. There are 392 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,476 literate and 1,872 illiterate residents. Additionally, 151 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Maddi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,348 | 1,630 | 1,718 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 392 | 200 | 192 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 151 | 73 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,476 | 839 | 637 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,872 | 791 | 1,081 |
Nearby Villages of Maddi
Maddi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Padmanabham | North-East | 2.09 km |
| Vijayarampuram | West | 2.35 km |
| Boni | South-East | 2.52 km |
| Bhandevupuram | North | 2.73 km |
| Pekeru | South | 2.99 km |
| Ananthavaram | South-West | 3.02 km |
| Krishnapuram | East | 3.16 km |
| Sirlapalem | South | 3.21 km |
| Mukundapuram | South | 3.32 km |
| Annamrajupeta | North-West | 4.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Maddi
Maddi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Alamanda, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 100.2 km.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vizianagaram to Maddi is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Maddi is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maddi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maddi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Maddi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maddi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Maddi
Where is Maddi located?
Maddi village is located in Padmanabham Mandal, Visakhapatnam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maddi?
Maddi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Maddi?
The pincode of Maddi is 531219.
What is the population of Maddi?
Maddi has a total population of 3,348, including 1,630 males and 1,718 females.
How many households are there in Maddi?
There are 920 households in Maddi.
What is the literacy rate in Maddi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maddi is 44.09%. Male literacy is 51.47% and female literacy is 37.08%.