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 Grama 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
According to the 2011 Census, Siddapuram village had a total population of 6,312 people, including 3,170 males and 3,142 females, living in 1,851 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.61%, with male literacy at 73.04% and female literacy at 62.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 114, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 Grama Panchayat of Siddapuram?
The Grama Panchayat of Siddapuram is Chinamillipadu.
What is the pincode of Siddapuram?
The pincode of Siddapuram is 534235.
What is the population of Siddapuram?
Siddapuram had a total population of 6,312, including 3,170 males and 3,142 females.
How many households are there in Siddapuram?
Siddapuram had 1,851 households.
What is the literacy rate in Siddapuram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siddapuram was 67.61%. Male literacy was 73.04% and female literacy was 62.10%.