Palur - Peddamudiam, Y.S.R. Kadapa
Palur is a village situated in the Peddamudiam mandal of Y.S.R. Kadapa district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 1 km from Peddamudium and around 91 km from Kadapa. Palur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palur is 592868. The village covers a total geographical area of 1449 hectares and falls under the 516434 pincode. Jammalamadugu is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Palur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Palur
According to the 2011 Census, Palur village had a total population of 1,846 people, including 928 males and 918 females, living in 513 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.72%, with male literacy at 70.95% and female literacy at 44.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 279, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 53.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,846 | 928 | 918 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 195 | 95 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 279 | 141 | 138 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 53 | 28 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 953 | 591 | 362 |
| Illiterate Population | 893 | 337 | 556 |
Nearby Villages of Palur
Palur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Palur
Palur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Jammalamadugu to Palur is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kadapa to Palur is about 91 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Palur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Palur
Where is Palur located?
Palur village is located in Peddamudiam Mandal, Y.S.R. Kadapa district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palur?
Palur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Palur?
The pincode of Palur is 516434.
What is the population of Palur?
Palur had a total population of 1,846, including 928 males and 918 females.
How many households are there in Palur?
Palur had 513 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palur was 57.72%. Male literacy was 70.95% and female literacy was 44.25%.