Gadala - Korukonda, East Godavari
Gadala is a village situated in the Korukonda mandal of East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Korukonda and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Kakinada. Gadala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadala is 587392. The village covers a total geographical area of 871 hectares and falls under the 533102 pincode. Rajahmundry is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Gadala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gadala
As per Census 2011, Gadala village has a total population of 4,891 people, consisting of 2,494 males and 2,397 females. The village has 1,271 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 531 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,894 literate and 1,997 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,494 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 33 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gadala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,891 | 2,494 | 2,397 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 531 | 244 | 287 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,494 | 766 | 728 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 33 | 19 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 2,894 | 1,532 | 1,362 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,997 | 962 | 1,035 |
Nearby Villages of Gadala
Gadala 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 Gadala
Gadala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajahmundry to Gadala is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Gadala 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 Gadala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gadala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gadala
Where is Gadala located?
Gadala village is located in Korukonda Mandal, East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadala?
Gadala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gadala?
The pincode of Gadala is 533102.
What is the population of Gadala?
Gadala has a total population of 4,891, including 2,494 males and 2,397 females.
How many households are there in Gadala?
There are 1,271 households in Gadala.
What is the literacy rate in Gadala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadala is 59.17%. Male literacy is 61.43% and female literacy is 56.82%.