Mandalapadu - Penuballi, Khammam
Mandalapadu is a village situated in the Penuballi mandal of Khammam district, Telangana. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Penuballi and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Khammam. Mandalapadu village is a designated Grama Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mandalapadu is 579586. The village covers a total geographical area of 926 hectares and falls under the 507302 pincode. Sathupalle is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Mandalapadu 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 Mandalapadu
According to the 2011 Census, Mandalapadu village had a total population of 2,491 people, including 1,292 males and 1,199 females, living in 678 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.77%, with male literacy at 70.45% and female literacy at 54.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 767, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 51.
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 | 2,491 | 1,292 | 1,199 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 275 | 148 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 767 | 394 | 373 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 51 | 32 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 1,391 | 806 | 585 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,100 | 486 | 614 |
Nearby Villages of Mandalapadu
Mandalapadu 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 Mandalapadu
Mandalapadu 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sathupalle to Mandalapadu is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Mandalapadu is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mandalapadu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mandalapadu 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 Mandalapadu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mandalapadu 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mandalapadu
Where is Mandalapadu located?
Mandalapadu village is located in Penuballi Mandal, Khammam district, Telangana, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Mandalapadu?
Mandalapadu is its own Grama Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mandalapadu?
The pincode of Mandalapadu is 507302.
What is the population of Mandalapadu?
Mandalapadu had a total population of 2,491, including 1,292 males and 1,199 females.
How many households are there in Mandalapadu?
Mandalapadu had 678 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mandalapadu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mandalapadu was 62.77%. Male literacy was 70.45% and female literacy was 54.57%.