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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Mandalapadu village has a total population of 2,491 people, consisting of 1,292 males and 1,199 females. The village has 678 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 275 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,391 literate and 1,100 illiterate residents. Additionally, 767 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 51 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mandalapadu are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Mandalapadu?
Mandalapadu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mandalapadu?
The pincode of Mandalapadu is 507302.
What is the population of Mandalapadu?
Mandalapadu has a total population of 2,491, including 1,292 males and 1,199 females.
How many households are there in Mandalapadu?
There are 678 households in Mandalapadu.
What is the literacy rate in Mandalapadu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mandalapadu is 55.84%. Male literacy is 62.38% and female literacy is 48.79%.