Aredu - Undi, West Godavari
Aredu is a village situated in the Undi mandal of West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Undi and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Eluru. Aredu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aredu is 588604. The village covers a total geographical area of 710 hectares and falls under the 534198 pincode. Bhimavaram is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Aredu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Aredu
As per Census 2011, Aredu village has a total population of 1,104 people, consisting of 560 males and 544 females. The village has 295 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 110 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 720 literate and 384 illiterate residents. Additionally, 124 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 59 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Aredu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,104 | 560 | 544 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 58 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 124 | 63 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 34 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 720 | 374 | 346 |
| Illiterate Population | 384 | 186 | 198 |
Nearby Villages of Aredu
Aredu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Panduvva | South-East | 1.69 km |
| Kaligotla | West | 2.28 km |
| Saripalle | North-West | 2.30 km |
| Kothapalle | North-East | 3.14 km |
| Panduvvakhandrika | East | 3.23 km |
| Chinaramachandrapuram | North-West | 3.79 km |
| Kolamuru | South | 3.82 km |
| Uppuluru | South-East | 3.92 km |
| Ardhavaram | North-East | 3.99 km |
| Varadarajapuram | North-East | 4.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Aredu
Aredu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Undi, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bhimavaram to Aredu is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Eluru to Aredu is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Aredu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aredu 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 Aredu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aredu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Aredu
Where is Aredu located?
Aredu village is located in Undi Mandal, West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Aredu?
Aredu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Aredu?
The pincode of Aredu is 534198.
What is the population of Aredu?
Aredu has a total population of 1,104, including 560 males and 544 females.
How many households are there in Aredu?
There are 295 households in Aredu.
What is the literacy rate in Aredu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aredu is 65.22%. Male literacy is 66.79% and female literacy is 63.60%.