Vaddiparru - Poduru, West Godavari
Vaddiparru is a village situated in the Poduru mandal of West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Poduru and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Eluru. Vaddiparru village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vaddiparru is 588711. The village covers a total geographical area of 458 hectares and falls under the 534267 pincode. Palacole is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Vaddiparru 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 Vaddiparru
As per Census 2011, Vaddiparru village has a total population of 2,290 people, consisting of 1,145 males and 1,145 females. The village has 640 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 223 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,739 literate and 551 illiterate residents. Additionally, 636 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vaddiparru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,290 | 1,145 | 1,145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 223 | 105 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 636 | 327 | 309 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 5 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 1,739 | 924 | 815 |
| Illiterate Population | 551 | 221 | 330 |
Nearby Villages of Vaddiparru
Vaddiparru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ravipadu | West | 1.99 km |
| Gumparru | South-East | 2.30 km |
| Valluru | North-East | 2.72 km |
| Penumarru | South-West | 2.75 km |
| Achanta Vemavaram | North | 2.93 km |
| Neredumilli | South-West | 3.30 km |
| Gummaluru | West | 3.38 km |
| Burugupalle | South-East | 3.73 km |
| Bhimalapuram | East | 4.40 km |
| Ilapakurru | South | 4.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vaddiparru
Vaddiparru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Palakollu, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palacole to Vaddiparru is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Eluru to Vaddiparru is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vaddiparru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vaddiparru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vaddiparru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vaddiparru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Vaddiparru
Where is Vaddiparru located?
Vaddiparru village is located in Poduru Mandal, West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vaddiparru?
Vaddiparru is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vaddiparru?
The pincode of Vaddiparru is 534267.
What is the population of Vaddiparru?
Vaddiparru has a total population of 2,290, including 1,145 males and 1,145 females.
How many households are there in Vaddiparru?
There are 640 households in Vaddiparru.
What is the literacy rate in Vaddiparru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vaddiparru is 75.94%. Male literacy is 80.70% and female literacy is 71.18%.