Pegallapadu - Tekulapalli, Bhadradri Kothagudem
Pegallapadu is a village situated in the Tekulapalli mandal of Bhadradri Kothagudem district, Telangana. It is located approximately 5 km from Tekulapalle and around 70 km from Khammam. Kotha Thanda (p) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pegallapadu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pegallapadu is 579395. The village covers a total geographical area of 1440 hectares and falls under the 507123 pincode. Kothagudem is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Pegallapadu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yellandu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahabubabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pegallapadu
As per Census 2011, Pegallapadu village has a total population of 4,088 people, consisting of 2,060 males and 2,028 females. The village has 1,098 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 399 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,063 literate and 2,025 illiterate residents. Additionally, 374 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,176 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pegallapadu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,088 | 2,060 | 2,028 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 399 | 213 | 186 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 374 | 167 | 207 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,176 | 1,625 | 1,551 |
| Literate Population | 2,063 | 1,221 | 842 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,025 | 839 | 1,186 |
Nearby Villages of Pegallapadu
Pegallapadu 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 Pegallapadu
Pegallapadu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kothagudem to Pegallapadu is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Pegallapadu is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pegallapadu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pegallapadu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pegallapadu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pegallapadu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pegallapadu
Where is Pegallapadu located?
Pegallapadu village is located in Tekulapalli Mandal, Bhadradri Kothagudem district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pegallapadu?
The Gram Panchayat of Pegallapadu is Kotha Thanda (p).
What is the pincode of Pegallapadu?
The pincode of Pegallapadu is 507123.
What is the population of Pegallapadu?
Pegallapadu has a total population of 4,088, including 2,060 males and 2,028 females.
How many households are there in Pegallapadu?
There are 1,098 households in Pegallapadu.
What is the literacy rate in Pegallapadu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pegallapadu is 50.46%. Male literacy is 59.27% and female literacy is 41.52%.