Pedapadam
Pedapadam is a village located in Salur mandal of Vizianagaram district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Salur (tehsildar office) and 69km away from district headquarter Vizianagaram. As per 2009 stats, Peddapadam is the gram panchayat of Pedapadam village.
Here you can discover what makes Pedapadam unique in its vibrant Salur-Vizianagaram region. You’ll see Pedapadam’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Pedapadam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pedapadam is 582427. The village spans a total geographical area of 926 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 535591. Salur is nearest town to Pedapadam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
Google Map of Pedapadam
Population of Pedapadam
According to the 2011 Census, Pedapadam has a total population of about 1,193, with approximately 558 males and 635 females. The sex ratio is around 1137 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 112 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 213 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 649. The overall literacy rate is approximately 44.51%, with male literacy at about 54.84% and female literacy near 35.43%. There are around 309 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pedapadam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,193 | 558 | 635 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 48 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 213 | 96 | 117 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 649 | 307 | 342 |
| Literate Population | 531 | 306 | 225 |
| Illiterate Population | 662 | 252 | 410 |
Connectivity of Pedapadam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pedapadam. As per the 2011 stats, Pedapadam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pedapadam
Knowing the nearby villages of Pedapadam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pedapadam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pedapadam
- Where is Pedapadam located?
- Pedapadam village is situated in Salur Mandal, within the Vizianagaram district of Andhra Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pedapadam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Pedapadam is Peddapadam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Pedapadam?
- The pincode of Pedapadam is 535591, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pedapadam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pedapadam is 1,193, with 558 males and 635 females.
- How many households are there in Pedapadam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pedapadam village has a total of 309 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pedapadam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pedapadam is 44.51%. The male literacy rate is 54.84%, while the female literacy rate is 35.43%.