Banigellapadu - Yerrupalem, Khammam
Banigellapadu is a village situated in the Yerrupalem mandal of Khammam district, Telangana. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Yerrupalem and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Khammam. Banigandlapadu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banigellapadu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banigellapadu is 579884. The village covers a total geographical area of 616 hectares and falls under the 507202 pincode. Vijayawada is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Banigellapadu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Madira Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khammam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Banigellapadu
As per Census 2011, Banigellapadu village has a total population of 3,715 people, consisting of 1,855 males and 1,860 females. The village has 1,010 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 302 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,421 literate and 1,294 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,150 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 30 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Banigellapadu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,715 | 1,855 | 1,860 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 302 | 154 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,150 | 585 | 565 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 18 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 2,421 | 1,376 | 1,045 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,294 | 479 | 815 |
Nearby Villages of Banigellapadu
Banigellapadu 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 Banigellapadu
Banigellapadu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Banigellapadu.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vijayawada to Banigellapadu is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Banigellapadu is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Banigellapadu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banigellapadu 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 Banigellapadu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banigellapadu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Banigellapadu
Where is Banigellapadu located?
Banigellapadu village is located in Yerrupalem Mandal, Khammam district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banigellapadu?
The Gram Panchayat of Banigellapadu is Banigandlapadu.
What is the pincode of Banigellapadu?
The pincode of Banigellapadu is 507202.
What is the population of Banigellapadu?
Banigellapadu has a total population of 3,715, including 1,855 males and 1,860 females.
How many households are there in Banigellapadu?
There are 1,010 households in Banigellapadu.
What is the literacy rate in Banigellapadu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banigellapadu is 65.17%. Male literacy is 74.18% and female literacy is 56.18%.