Visakhapatnam, Famous Folk singer Vangapandu Prasada Rao, popularly known as ‘Vangapandu’ in the North Coastal Districts of Andhra Pradesh, passed away at his native place Pedabondapalli village, Parvathipuram mandal of Vizianagaram district in Andhra Pradesh, in the wee hours on Tuesday.He was 77 and is survived by two sons and a daughter, Vangapandu Usha, also a popular ballad singer and she is now cultural wing secretary in YSR Congress party. He actively participated in Communist lead agitations.He is well known for his multiple talents of composing, singing, dancing, and acting.