Padala - Tadepalligudem, West Godavari
Padala is a village situated in the Tadepalligudem mandal of West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tadepalligudem and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Eluru.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padala is 588328. The village covers a total geographical area of 421 hectares and falls under the 534102 pincode. Tadepallegudem is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Population of Padala
As per Census 2011, Padala village has a total population of 2,446 people, consisting of 1,188 males and 1,258 females. The village has 685 households and a sex ratio of 1,058 females per 1,000 males. There are 216 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,895 literate and 551 illiterate residents. Additionally, 864 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,446 | 1,188 | 1,258 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 216 | 106 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 864 | 426 | 438 |
| Literate Population | 1,895 | 938 | 957 |
| Illiterate Population | 551 | 250 | 301 |
Nearby Villages of Padala
Padala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jatlapalem | South-West | 2.62 km |
| Umamaheswaram | South | 2.80 km |
| Pentapadu | South-East | 3.13 km |
| Badampudi | North-West | 3.26 km |
| Bommidi | West | 3.35 km |
| Yanalapalle | South | 4.54 km |
| Darsiparru (r) | East | 4.70 km |
| Venkatadriapparaopuram | South-West | 4.88 km |
| Narasimha Apparaopuram | South | 5.03 km |
| Kaspapentapadu | South | 5.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Padala
The nearest railway station is Tadepalligudem, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tadepallegudem to Padala is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Eluru to Padala is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Padala
Where is Padala located?
Padala village is located in Tadepalligudem Mandal, West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the pincode of Padala?
The pincode of Padala is 534102.
What is the population of Padala?
Padala has a total population of 2,446, including 1,188 males and 1,258 females.
How many households are there in Padala?
There are 685 households in Padala.
What is the literacy rate in Padala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padala is 77.47%. Male literacy is 78.96% and female literacy is 76.07%.