Pandrangi - Padmanabham, Visakhapatnam
Pandrangi is a village situated in the Padmanabham mandal of Visakhapatnam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Padmanabham and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Visakhapatnam. Pandrangi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pandrangi is 586129. The village covers a total geographical area of 1308 hectares and falls under the 531162 pincode. Bheemunipatnam is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Pandrangi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pandrangi
As per Census 2011, Pandrangi village has a total population of 5,398 people, consisting of 2,684 males and 2,714 females. The village has 1,300 households and a sex ratio of 1,011 females per 1,000 males. There are 634 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,102 literate and 3,296 illiterate residents. Additionally, 272 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pandrangi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,398 | 2,684 | 2,714 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 634 | 321 | 313 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 272 | 128 | 144 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,102 | 1,222 | 880 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,296 | 1,462 | 1,834 |
Nearby Villages of Pandrangi
Pandrangi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Revidi | East | 1.66 km |
| Venkatapuram | North-East | 2.40 km |
| Gottipalle | South | 3.01 km |
| Majjivalasa | East | 3.12 km |
| Krishnapuram | North-West | 3.34 km |
| Boni | West | 3.65 km |
| Tunivalasa | North | 3.69 km |
| Mukundapuram | West | 4.10 km |
| Tatituru | South-East | 4.22 km |
| Singanabanda | East | 4.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pandrangi
Pandrangi 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 104.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Pandrangi is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Pandrangi is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pandrangi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pandrangi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pandrangi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pandrangi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pandrangi
Where is Pandrangi located?
Pandrangi village is located in Padmanabham Mandal, Visakhapatnam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pandrangi?
Pandrangi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pandrangi?
The pincode of Pandrangi is 531162.
What is the population of Pandrangi?
Pandrangi has a total population of 5,398, including 2,684 males and 2,714 females.
How many households are there in Pandrangi?
There are 1,300 households in Pandrangi.
What is the literacy rate in Pandrangi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pandrangi is 38.94%. Male literacy is 45.53% and female literacy is 32.42%.