Gummalladuddi - Gokavaram, East Godavari
Gummalladuddi is a village situated in the Gokavaram mandal of East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gokavaram and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Kakinada. Gummalladuddi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gummalladuddi is 587229. The village covers a total geographical area of 1221 hectares and falls under the 533289 pincode. Rajahmundry is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Gummalladuddi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gummalladuddi
As per Census 2011, Gummalladuddi village has a total population of 5,241 people, consisting of 2,644 males and 2,597 females. The village has 1,467 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 577 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,003 literate and 2,238 illiterate residents. Additionally, 752 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gummalladuddi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,241 | 2,644 | 2,597 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 577 | 284 | 293 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 752 | 386 | 366 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 3,003 | 1,598 | 1,405 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,238 | 1,046 | 1,192 |
Nearby Villages of Gummalladuddi
Gummalladuddi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Atchutapuram | North-West | 2.81 km |
| Narasapuram | South | 3.26 km |
| Jambupatnam | South | 3.84 km |
| Korukonda | South-West | 4.17 km |
| Rampa Yerrampalem | North-East | 4.44 km |
| Kanupuru | East | 4.84 km |
| Gokavaram | North | 4.84 km |
| Srirangapatnam | West | 5.18 km |
| Thantikonda | North-West | 5.22 km |
| Raghavapuram | West | 5.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gummalladuddi
Gummalladuddi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Godavari, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 8.3 km.
| 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 Rajahmundry to Gummalladuddi is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Gummalladuddi is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gummalladuddi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gummalladuddi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gummalladuddi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gummalladuddi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gummalladuddi
Where is Gummalladuddi located?
Gummalladuddi village is located in Gokavaram Mandal, East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gummalladuddi?
Gummalladuddi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gummalladuddi?
The pincode of Gummalladuddi is 533289.
What is the population of Gummalladuddi?
Gummalladuddi has a total population of 5,241, including 2,644 males and 2,597 females.
How many households are there in Gummalladuddi?
There are 1,467 households in Gummalladuddi.
What is the literacy rate in Gummalladuddi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gummalladuddi is 57.30%. Male literacy is 60.44% and female literacy is 54.10%.