Vadada - Badangi, Vizianagaram
Vadada is a village situated in the Badangi mandal of Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Badangi and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Vizianagaram. Vadada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vadada is 582535. The village covers a total geographical area of 1172 hectares and falls under the 535578 pincode. Bobbili is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Vadada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Vadada
As per Census 2011, Vadada village has a total population of 3,259 people, consisting of 1,633 males and 1,626 females. The village has 854 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 304 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,488 literate and 1,771 illiterate residents. Additionally, 431 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 107 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vadada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,259 | 1,633 | 1,626 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 304 | 155 | 149 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 431 | 220 | 211 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 107 | 54 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 1,488 | 911 | 577 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,771 | 722 | 1,049 |
Nearby Villages of Vadada
Vadada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kotipalle | West | 2.07 km |
| Rejeru | North-East | 2.39 km |
| P.venkampeta | North | 2.48 km |
| Kunayavalasa | South | 2.57 km |
| Gangannapadu | East | 2.75 km |
| Gopalakrishnarangarayapuram | North-West | 3.07 km |
| Jannivalasa | South-East | 3.12 km |
| Pinapenki | North | 3.65 km |
| Ramanna Agraharam | North-East | 3.71 km |
| Akulakatta | South-West | 3.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vadada
Vadada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Donkinavalasa, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bobbili to Vadada is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vizianagaram to Vadada is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vadada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vadada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vadada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vadada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vadada
Where is Vadada located?
Vadada village is located in Badangi Mandal, Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vadada?
Vadada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vadada?
The pincode of Vadada is 535578.
What is the population of Vadada?
Vadada has a total population of 3,259, including 1,633 males and 1,626 females.
How many households are there in Vadada?
There are 854 households in Vadada.
What is the literacy rate in Vadada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vadada is 45.66%. Male literacy is 55.79% and female literacy is 35.49%.