Pedamiram - Kalla, West Godavari
Pedamiram is a village situated in the Kalla mandal of West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalla and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Eluru. Peda Amiram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pedamiram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pedamiram is 588749. The village covers a total geographical area of 934 hectares and falls under the 534204 pincode. Bhimavaram is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Pedamiram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pedamiram
As per Census 2011, Pedamiram village has a total population of 5,778 people, consisting of 2,893 males and 2,885 females. The village has 1,575 households and a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males. There are 590 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,092 literate and 1,686 illiterate residents. Additionally, 408 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 21 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pedamiram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,778 | 2,893 | 2,885 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 590 | 312 | 278 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 408 | 208 | 200 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 4,092 | 2,133 | 1,959 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,686 | 760 | 926 |
Nearby Villages of Pedamiram
Pedamiram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vandrum | North-West | 2.10 km |
| Narasimhapuram | East | 2.11 km |
| Vempadu | South | 3.07 km |
| Kovvada | East | 3.16 km |
| Narasimharajapura Agraharam | North | 3.19 km |
| Jakkaram | West | 3.38 km |
| Annavaram | North-East | 3.47 km |
| Kopalle | South | 4.17 km |
| Mahadevapatnam | North | 4.26 km |
| Chinapulluru | West | 4.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pedamiram
Pedamiram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhimavaram Town, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Pedamiram is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Eluru to Pedamiram 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 Pedamiram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pedamiram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pedamiram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pedamiram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pedamiram
Where is Pedamiram located?
Pedamiram village is located in Kalla Mandal, West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pedamiram?
The Gram Panchayat of Pedamiram is Peda Amiram.
What is the pincode of Pedamiram?
The pincode of Pedamiram is 534204.
What is the population of Pedamiram?
Pedamiram has a total population of 5,778, including 2,893 males and 2,885 females.
How many households are there in Pedamiram?
There are 1,575 households in Pedamiram.
What is the literacy rate in Pedamiram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pedamiram is 70.82%. Male literacy is 73.73% and female literacy is 67.90%.