Pedapadu
Pedapadu is a Town and Mandal in West Godavari District of Andhra Pradesh. In India, a mandal is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Pedapadu Block (CD) is 04965. The total area of Pedapadu Mandal is 171 km². Pedapadu has a sex ratio of approximately 1040 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Pedapadu Mandal
Pedapadu Mandal has a total of 26 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Pedapadu Mandal, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Amrutalingampeta | Vasanthawada | Eluru (17 km) |
| 2 | Burugagudem | Kothuru | Eluru (3 km) |
| 3 | Edulakunta | Patha Mupparru | Eluru (12 km) |
| 4 | Epuru | Epuru | Eluru (19 km) |
| 5 | Gogulapadu | Kalaparru | Eluru (8 km) |
| 6 | Gogunta | Gogunta | Eluru (21 km) |
| 7 | Kalaparru | Kalaparru | Eluru (9 km) |
| 8 | Kokkirapadu | Kokkirapadu | Eluru (7 km) |
| 9 | Koniki | Koniki | Eluru (19 km) |
| 10 | Kothuru | Kothuru | Eluru (4 km) |
| 11 | Mupparru | Jayapuram | Eluru (10 km) |
| 12 | Nandikeswarapuram | Rajupeta | Eluru (15 km) |
| 13 | Pedapadu I | Pedapadu | Eluru (12 km) |
| 14 | Pedapadu Ii | Naidugudem | Eluru (14 km) |
| 15 | Punukollu I | Punukollu | Eluru (18 km) |
| 16 | Punukollu Ii | Punukollu | Eluru (18 km) |
| 17 | Rajupeta | Rajupeta | Eluru (16 km) |
| 18 | Ravulakunta | Veerammakunta | Eluru (14 km) |
| 19 | Sakalakothapalle | Sakala Kothapalle | Eluru (21 km) |
| 20 | Satyavolu | Gudipadu | Eluru (17 km) |
| 21 | Tallagudem | Tallagudem | Eluru (9 km) |
| 22 | Tallamudi | Appanaveedu | Eluru (17 km) |
| 23 | Vasantawada I | Thotagudem | Eluru (19 km) |
| 24 | Vasantawada Ii | Vasanthawada | Eluru (18 km) |
| 25 | Vatluru | Vatluru | Eluru (5 km) |
| 26 | Vempadu | Kokkirapadu | Eluru (9 km) |
Population of Pedapadu Mandal
The population profile of Pedapadu Mandal offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Pedapadu Mandal's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 69,141 | 69,141 | N/A |
| Male Population | 33,878 | 33,878 | N/A |
| Female Population | 35,263 | 35,263 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 6,488 | 6,488 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,260 | 3,260 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,228 | 3,228 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 46,953 | 46,953 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 24,117 | 24,117 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 22,836 | 22,836 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 22,188 | 22,188 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 9,761 | 9,761 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 12,427 | 12,427 | N/A |
| Total Households | 18,497 | 18,497 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 69,141 people. Includes nearly 33,878 males and 35,263 females. Rural population is about 69,141 people.
- There are around 6,488 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 3,260 boys and 3,228 girls.
- Literate population is about 46,953 people. Non-literate population is around 22,188 people.
- There are nearly 18,497 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Pedapadu Mandal, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 17,571 | 17,571 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 8,450 | 8,450 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 9,121 | 9,121 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 1,103 | 1,103 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 543 | 543 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 560 | 560 | N/A |
| Population Density | 404 / km² | 404 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Pedapadu Mandal is approximately 17,571 people, including 8,450 males and 9,121 females. Around 17,571 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Pedapadu Mandal is about 1,103 people, including 543 males and 560 females. Around 1,103 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 404 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 404 people per sq. km.