Pennada Agraharam - Palacoderu, West Godavari
Pennada Agraharam is a village situated in the Palacoderu mandal of West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palacoderu and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Eluru. Pennada Agraharam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pennada Agraharam is 588635. The village covers a total geographical area of 652 hectares and falls under the 534243 pincode. Bhimavaram is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Pennada Agraharam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pennada Agraharam
As per Census 2011, Pennada Agraharam village has a total population of 5,603 people, consisting of 2,809 males and 2,794 females. The village has 1,572 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 534 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,121 literate and 1,482 illiterate residents. Additionally, 555 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 38 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pennada Agraharam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,603 | 2,809 | 2,794 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 534 | 287 | 247 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 555 | 283 | 272 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 17 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 4,121 | 2,176 | 1,945 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,482 | 633 | 849 |
Nearby Villages of Pennada Agraharam
Pennada Agraharam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Goraganamudi | West | 0.82 km |
| Srungavruksham | East | 1.49 km |
| Vissakoderu | North-West | 1.86 km |
| Vendra | North | 3.82 km |
| Kumudavalli | West | 4.05 km |
| Veeravasaram | South-East | 4.37 km |
| Vendra Agraharam | North | 4.99 km |
| Taderu | South-West | 5.19 km |
| Palakoderu | North-West | 5.30 km |
| Machipuripalem | South | 5.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pennada Agraharam
Pennada Agraharam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pennada Agraharam, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhimavaram to Pennada Agraharam is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Eluru to Pennada Agraharam is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pennada Agraharam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pennada Agraharam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pennada Agraharam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pennada Agraharam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pennada Agraharam
Where is Pennada Agraharam located?
Pennada Agraharam village is located in Palacoderu Mandal, West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pennada Agraharam?
Pennada Agraharam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pennada Agraharam?
The pincode of Pennada Agraharam is 534243.
What is the population of Pennada Agraharam?
Pennada Agraharam has a total population of 5,603, including 2,809 males and 2,794 females.
How many households are there in Pennada Agraharam?
There are 1,572 households in Pennada Agraharam.
What is the literacy rate in Pennada Agraharam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pennada Agraharam is 73.55%. Male literacy is 77.47% and female literacy is 69.61%.