Pentapadu
Pentapadu 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 Pentapadu Block (CD) is 04969. The total area of Pentapadu Mandal is 118 km². Pentapadu has a sex ratio of approximately 993 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Pentapadu Mandal
Pentapadu Mandal has a total of 22 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 Pentapadu Mandal, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Akuteegapadu | Akuteegapadu | Tadepallegudem (6 km) |
| 2 | Alampuram | Alampuram | Tadepallegudem (6 km) |
| 3 | B Kondepadu | B Kondepadu | Tanuku (10 km) |
| 4 | Bodapadu | Bodapadu | Tadepallegudem (8 km) |
| 5 | Chintapalle | Chintapalli | Tanuku (13 km) |
| 6 | Darsiparru | Darsiparru | Tadepallegudem (3 km) |
| 7 | Devaracheruvukhandrika | Kaspa Pentapadu | Tadepallegudem (5 km) |
| 8 | Jatlapalem | Jatlapalem | Tadepallegudem (5 km) |
| 9 | Kaspapentapadu | Kaspa Pentapadu | Tadepallegudem (5 km) |
| 10 | Korumilli | Korumilli | Tanuku (13 km) |
| 11 | Meena Valluru | Meenavalluru | Tanuku (12 km) |
| 12 | Mudunuru | Mudunuru | Tadepallegudem (6 km) |
| 13 | Narasimha Apparaopuram | West Vipparru | Tadepallegudem (8 km) |
| 14 | Padamara Vipparru | West Vipparru | Tadepallegudem (11 km) |
| 15 | Parimella | Parimella | Tadepallegudem (8 km) |
| 16 | Pentapadu | Pentapadu | Tadepallegudem (2 km) |
| 17 | Prathipadu | Prathipadu | Tadepallegudem (5 km) |
| 18 | Racharla | Racherla | Tadepallegudem (8 km) |
| 19 | Ravipadu | Ravipadu | Tanuku (15 km) |
| 20 | Umamaheswaram | Umamaheswaram | Tadepallegudem (5 km) |
| 21 | Vallurupalle | Vallurupalli | Tadepallegudem (5 km) |
| 22 | Yanalapalle | Yanalapalli | Tadepallegudem (7 km) |
Population of Pentapadu Mandal
The population profile of Pentapadu 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 Pentapadu 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 | 70,458 | 70,458 | N/A |
| Male Population | 35,349 | 35,349 | N/A |
| Female Population | 35,109 | 35,109 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 6,834 | 6,834 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,456 | 3,456 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,378 | 3,378 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 46,968 | 46,968 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 24,428 | 24,428 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 22,540 | 22,540 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 23,490 | 23,490 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 10,921 | 10,921 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 12,569 | 12,569 | N/A |
| Total Households | 20,612 | 20,612 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 70,458 people. Includes nearly 35,349 males and 35,109 females. Rural population is about 70,458 people.
- There are around 6,834 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 3,456 boys and 3,378 girls.
- Literate population is about 46,968 people. Non-literate population is around 23,490 people.
- There are nearly 20,612 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Pentapadu 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 | 14,665 | 14,665 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 7,331 | 7,331 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 7,334 | 7,334 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 381 | 381 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 188 | 188 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 193 | 193 | N/A |
| Population Density | 599 / km² | 599 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Pentapadu Mandal is approximately 14,665 people, including 7,331 males and 7,334 females. Around 14,665 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Pentapadu Mandal is about 381 people, including 188 males and 193 females. Around 381 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 599 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 599 people per sq. km.