Ganeshpadu - Penuballi, Khammam
Ganeshpadu is a village situated in the Penuballi mandal of Khammam district, Telangana. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Penuballi and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Khammam. Ganeshpadu village is a designated Grama Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganeshpadu is 579593. The village covers a total geographical area of 842 hectares and falls under the 507302 pincode. Kothagudem is the nearest town, located about 64 km away.
Ganeshpadu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sathupalli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khammam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ganeshpadu
According to the 2011 Census, Ganeshpadu village had a total population of 1,416 people, including 704 males and 712 females, living in 370 households. The sex ratio was 1,011 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.33%, with male literacy at 71.79% and female literacy at 59.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 409, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,416 | 704 | 712 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 66 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 409 | 205 | 204 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 846 | 458 | 388 |
| Illiterate Population | 570 | 246 | 324 |
Nearby Villages of Ganeshpadu
Ganeshpadu 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 Ganeshpadu
Ganeshpadu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Ganeshpadu is about 64 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Ganeshpadu is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ganeshpadu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganeshpadu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ganeshpadu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganeshpadu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ganeshpadu
Where is Ganeshpadu located?
Ganeshpadu village is located in Penuballi Mandal, Khammam district, Telangana, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Ganeshpadu?
Ganeshpadu is its own Grama Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ganeshpadu?
The pincode of Ganeshpadu is 507302.
What is the population of Ganeshpadu?
Ganeshpadu had a total population of 1,416, including 704 males and 712 females.
How many households are there in Ganeshpadu?
Ganeshpadu had 370 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ganeshpadu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganeshpadu was 65.33%. Male literacy was 71.79% and female literacy was 59.06%.