Poduru - Poduru, West Godavari
Poduru is a village situated in the Poduru mandal of West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. Poduru village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Poduru is 588702. The village covers a total geographical area of 1205 hectares and falls under the 534327 pincode. Palacole is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Poduru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Achanta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Narsapuram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Poduru
As per Census 2011, Poduru village has a total population of 9,578 people, consisting of 4,861 males and 4,717 females. The village has 2,686 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 849 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,794 literate and 2,784 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,864 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 78 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Poduru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,578 | 4,861 | 4,717 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 849 | 431 | 418 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,864 | 920 | 944 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 78 | 38 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 6,794 | 3,655 | 3,139 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,784 | 1,206 | 1,578 |
Nearby Villages of Poduru
Poduru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Miniminchilipadu | East | 2.57 km |
| Pandithavilluru | North | 2.83 km |
| Mettaparru | South-West | 3.37 km |
| Kavitam | North-West | 3.53 km |
| Jagannadhapuram | North-West | 3.64 km |
| Pemmarajupolavaram | West | 4.09 km |
| Gummaluru | South-East | 4.16 km |
| Vedangi | South-West | 4.48 km |
| Marteru | North | 4.55 km |
| Penumadam | South | 4.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Poduru
Poduru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chinta Parru Ha, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palacole to Poduru is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Eluru to Poduru is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Poduru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Poduru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Poduru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Poduru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Poduru
Where is Poduru located?
Poduru village is located in Poduru Mandal, West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Poduru?
Poduru is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Poduru?
The pincode of Poduru is 534327.
What is the population of Poduru?
Poduru has a total population of 9,578, including 4,861 males and 4,717 females.
How many households are there in Poduru?
There are 2,686 households in Poduru.
What is the literacy rate in Poduru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Poduru is 70.93%. Male literacy is 75.19% and female literacy is 66.55%.