Siddapuram - Akividu, West Godavari
Siddapuram is a village situated in the Akividu mandal of West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akividu and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Eluru. Chinamillipadu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Siddapuram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siddapuram is 588594. The village covers a total geographical area of 1313 hectares and falls under the 534235 pincode. Bhimavaram is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Siddapuram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Siddapuram
As per Census 2011, Siddapuram village has a total population of 6,312 people, consisting of 3,170 males and 3,142 females. The village has 1,851 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 619 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,849 literate and 2,463 illiterate residents. Additionally, 114 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Siddapuram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,312 | 3,170 | 3,142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 619 | 303 | 316 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 114 | 46 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,849 | 2,094 | 1,755 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,463 | 1,076 | 1,387 |
Nearby Villages of Siddapuram
Siddapuram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kottada | South | 3.14 km |
| Dharmapuram | South-East | 3.50 km |
| Kollaparru | East | 3.69 km |
| Kolletikota | West | 4.37 km |
| Kolleru | North | 4.40 km |
| Penchikalamarru | South-West | 4.57 km |
| Dumpagadapa | South | 5.11 km |
| Gummuluru | East | 5.16 km |
| Someswaram | South | 5.68 km |
| Chinakapavaram | East | 5.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Siddapuram
Public transport in the Siddapuram is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Akividu, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhimavaram to Siddapuram is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Eluru to Siddapuram is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Siddapuram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Siddapuram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Siddapuram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Siddapuram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Siddapuram
Where is Siddapuram located?
Siddapuram village is located in Akividu Mandal, West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Siddapuram?
The Gram Panchayat of Siddapuram is Chinamillipadu.
What is the pincode of Siddapuram?
The pincode of Siddapuram is 534235.
What is the population of Siddapuram?
Siddapuram has a total population of 6,312, including 3,170 males and 3,142 females.
How many households are there in Siddapuram?
There are 1,851 households in Siddapuram.
What is the literacy rate in Siddapuram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siddapuram is 60.98%. Male literacy is 66.06% and female literacy is 55.86%.