Penasam

Penasam is a village located in Gantyada mandal of Vizianagaram district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Gantyada (tehsildar office) and 21km away from district headquarter Vizianagaram. As per 2009 stats, Penasam village is also a gram panchayat.

Penasam has its own place in the vibrant Vizianagaram 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 Penasam

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Penasam is 582932. The village spans a total geographical area of 281 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 535215. Vizianagaram is nearest town to Penasam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.

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Population of Penasam

Below is a concise population overview of Penasam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,800 885 915
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 199 100 99
Scheduled Castes (SC) 51 22 29
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 892 516 376
Illiterate Population 908 369 539

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Penasam village:

  • The total population of Penasam village is around 1,800, including approximately 885 males and 915 females, with a sex ratio of 1033 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 199 children aged 0–6 years in Penasam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Penasam village has 51 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Penasam village is about 49.56%, with male literacy at 58.31% and female literacy at 41.09%.
  • There are around 460 households in Penasam village.

Connectivity of Penasam

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Penasam. As per the 2011 stats, Penasam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Penasam

Knowing the nearby villages of Penasam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Penasam.

Yerakannamdora Seetharamapuram Godiyada Kirtubarthi Chinamanapuram Budatanapalle Neelavathi Gantyada Lakhidam Vasantha Chandrampeta Pedavemali

Frequently Asked Questions about Penasam

Where is Penasam located?
Penasam village is situated in Gantyada Mandal, within the Vizianagaram district of Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Penasam?
Penasam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Penasam?
The pincode of Penasam is 535215, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Penasam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Penasam is 1,800, with 885 males and 915 females.
How many households are there in Penasam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Penasam village has a total of 460 households.
What is the literacy rate in Penasam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Penasam is 49.56%. The male literacy rate is 58.31%, while the female literacy rate is 41.09%.