Sudikonda - Gokavaram, East Godavari
Sudikonda is a village situated in the Gokavaram mandal of East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gokavaram and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Kakinada. Kamarajupeta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sudikonda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sudikonda is 587232. The village covers a total geographical area of 539 hectares and falls under the 533285 pincode. Rajahmundry is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Sudikonda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sudikonda
According to the 2011 Census, Sudikonda village had a total population of 1,143 people, including 588 males and 555 females, living in 350 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.13%, with male literacy at 60.30% and female literacy at 53.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 176, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 210.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,143 | 588 | 555 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 54 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 176 | 87 | 89 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 210 | 104 | 106 |
| Literate Population | 593 | 322 | 271 |
| Illiterate Population | 550 | 266 | 284 |
Nearby Villages of Sudikonda
Sudikonda 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 Sudikonda
Public transport in the Sudikonda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Sudikonda is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Sudikonda is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sudikonda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sudikonda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sudikonda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sudikonda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sudikonda
Where is Sudikonda located?
Sudikonda village is located in Gokavaram Mandal, East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sudikonda?
The Gram Panchayat of Sudikonda is Kamarajupeta.
What is the pincode of Sudikonda?
The pincode of Sudikonda is 533285.
What is the population of Sudikonda?
Sudikonda had a total population of 1,143, including 588 males and 555 females.
How many households are there in Sudikonda?
Sudikonda had 350 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sudikonda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sudikonda was 57.13%. Male literacy was 60.30% and female literacy was 53.77%.