Penumadam - Poduru, West Godavari
Penumadam is a village situated in the Poduru mandal of West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Poduru and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Eluru. Appanacheruvu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Penumadam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Penumadam is 588708. The village covers a total geographical area of 304 hectares and falls under the 534267 pincode. Palacole is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Penumadam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palacole Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Narsapuram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Penumadam
As per Census 2011, Penumadam village has a total population of 8,746 people, consisting of 4,475 males and 4,271 females. The village has 2,385 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 916 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,140 literate and 2,606 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,121 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 77 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Penumadam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,746 | 4,475 | 4,271 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 916 | 480 | 436 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,121 | 1,588 | 1,533 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 77 | 38 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 6,140 | 3,289 | 2,851 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,606 | 1,186 | 1,420 |
Nearby Villages of Penumadam
Penumadam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mettaparru | North-West | 2.55 km |
| Gummaluru | North-East | 2.96 km |
| Neredumilli | South-East | 3.51 km |
| Ravipadu | East | 3.80 km |
| Jinnuru | West | 4.02 km |
| Kontheru | South | 4.13 km |
| Medapadu | South-East | 4.42 km |
| Poduru | North | 4.55 km |
| Penumarru | South-East | 5.08 km |
| Vedangi | North-West | 5.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Penumadam
Penumadam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Palakollu, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.2 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palacole to Penumadam is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Eluru to Penumadam is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Penumadam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Penumadam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Penumadam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Penumadam 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 Penumadam
Where is Penumadam located?
Penumadam village is located in Poduru Mandal, West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Penumadam?
The Gram Panchayat of Penumadam is Appanacheruvu.
What is the pincode of Penumadam?
The pincode of Penumadam is 534267.
What is the population of Penumadam?
Penumadam has a total population of 8,746, including 4,475 males and 4,271 females.
How many households are there in Penumadam?
There are 2,385 households in Penumadam.
What is the literacy rate in Penumadam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Penumadam is 70.20%. Male literacy is 73.50% and female literacy is 66.75%.