Medapadu - Yelamanchili, West Godavari
Medapadu is a village situated in the Yelamanchili mandal of West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Yelamanchilli and around 119 km from the district headquarters in Eluru. Medapadu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Medapadu is 588800. The village covers a total geographical area of 512 hectares and falls under the 534268 pincode. Palacole is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Medapadu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Medapadu
As per Census 2011, Medapadu village has a total population of 3,800 people, consisting of 1,895 males and 1,905 females. The village has 1,066 households and a sex ratio of 1,005 females per 1,000 males. There are 398 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,802 literate and 998 illiterate residents. Additionally, 961 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 27 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Medapadu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,800 | 1,895 | 1,905 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 398 | 211 | 187 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 961 | 479 | 482 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 2,802 | 1,434 | 1,368 |
| Illiterate Population | 998 | 461 | 537 |
Nearby Villages of Medapadu
Medapadu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Siragalapalle | East | 2.12 km |
| Neredumilli | North | 2.12 km |
| Kontheru | West | 2.29 km |
| Penumarru | North-East | 2.70 km |
| Yelamanchili | South | 2.77 km |
| Ravipadu | North-East | 3.65 km |
| Varidhanam | West | 4.34 km |
| Kaza | South-West | 4.35 km |
| Penumadam | North-West | 4.42 km |
| Ilapakurru | East | 4.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Medapadu
Medapadu 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 51.9 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palacole to Medapadu is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Eluru to Medapadu is about 119 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 Medapadu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Medapadu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Medapadu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Medapadu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Medapadu
Where is Medapadu located?
Medapadu village is located in Yelamanchili Mandal, West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Medapadu?
Medapadu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Medapadu?
The pincode of Medapadu is 534268.
What is the population of Medapadu?
Medapadu has a total population of 3,800, including 1,895 males and 1,905 females.
How many households are there in Medapadu?
There are 1,066 households in Medapadu.
What is the literacy rate in Medapadu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Medapadu is 73.74%. Male literacy is 75.67% and female literacy is 71.81%.