Maddipadu is a village and mandal headquarters in the Prakasam district of the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. It is situated in the coastal Andhra region and falls under the administrative jurisdiction of the Kandukur revenue division.
Geography
- Coordinates: approximately 15.45°N latitude and 79.85°E longitude.
- Elevation: around 12 meters (39 feet) above sea level.
- The area is part of the fertile plains of the Krishna River basin, with agriculture being the predominant land use.
Administrative Subdivision
- Country: India
- State: Andhra Pradesh
- District: Prakasam
- Mandal: Maddipadu
- Official language: Telugu
Demographics (based on the 2011 Census of India)
- Population: The mandal recorded a total population of roughly 61,000 individuals, with the village of Maddipadu contributing a smaller share of this total. Detailed population figures for the village alone are not separately enumerated in the census data.
- Literacy rate: Approximately 64%, which is slightly below the state average.
Economy
- Agriculture is the primary economic activity, with major crops including paddy, cotton, and various pulses.
- Small‑scale trading and services cater to the local population, and some residents are employed in nearby towns and industrial zones.
Transport
- Road connectivity: Maddipadu is linked by state highways to nearby towns such as Kandukur and Ongole, providing access to regional markets.
- Rail: The nearest railway station is in Kandukur, situated about 15 km away, on the Vijayawada–Gudur line.
Education and Health
- The village hosts primary and secondary schools administered by the Andhra Pradesh School Education Department.
- Health services are provided by a primary health centre in the village, supplemented by larger hospitals in Kandukur and Ongole for specialized care.
Cultural Aspects
- The population primarily observes festivals common to Telugu culture, such as Sankranti, Ugadi, and Deepavali.
- Local temples serve as centers for community gatherings and religious observances.
References
- Government of India, Census of India 2011.
- Andhra Pradesh State Portal, District and Mandal-level administrative details.
- Prakasam District Official Gazetteer.
