B.Kondepadu - Pentapadu, West Godavari
B.Kondepadu is a village situated in the Pentapadu mandal of West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pentapadu and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Eluru. B.Kondepadu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of B.Kondepadu is 588508. The village covers a total geographical area of 384 hectares and falls under the 534156 pincode. Tanuku is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
B.Kondepadu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of B.Kondepadu
As per Census 2011, B.Kondepadu village has a total population of 2,686 people, consisting of 1,359 males and 1,327 females. The village has 853 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 234 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,805 literate and 881 illiterate residents. Additionally, 480 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for B.Kondepadu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,686 | 1,359 | 1,327 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 234 | 120 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 480 | 240 | 240 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 4 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 1,805 | 963 | 842 |
| Illiterate Population | 881 | 396 | 485 |
Nearby Villages of B.Kondepadu
B.Kondepadu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Korumilli | West | 1.78 km |
| Ravipadu | North-West | 2.49 km |
| Tirupatipuram | South | 2.74 km |
| Varighedu | South-East | 2.77 km |
| Chintapalle | West | 3.12 km |
| Meena Valluru | South-West | 3.16 km |
| Duvva | North-East | 3.31 km |
| Ballipadu | South-East | 4.27 km |
| Komarru | South-West | 4.42 km |
| Bodapadu | North-West | 4.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of B.Kondepadu
B.Kondepadu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Relangi, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.5 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tanuku to B.Kondepadu is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Eluru to B.Kondepadu is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in B.Kondepadu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for B.Kondepadu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in B.Kondepadu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving B.Kondepadu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about B.Kondepadu
Where is B.Kondepadu located?
B.Kondepadu village is located in Pentapadu Mandal, West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of B.Kondepadu?
B.Kondepadu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of B.Kondepadu?
The pincode of B.Kondepadu is 534156.
What is the population of B.Kondepadu?
B.Kondepadu has a total population of 2,686, including 1,359 males and 1,327 females.
How many households are there in B.Kondepadu?
There are 853 households in B.Kondepadu.
What is the literacy rate in B.Kondepadu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of B.Kondepadu is 67.20%. Male literacy is 70.86% and female literacy is 63.45%.