Gadarada - Korukonda, East Godavari
Gadarada is a village situated in the Korukonda mandal of East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Korukonda and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Kakinada. Gadarada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadarada is 587384. The village covers a total geographical area of 1402 hectares and falls under the 533289 pincode. Rajahmundry is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Gadarada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gadarada
As per Census 2011, Gadarada village has a total population of 5,446 people, consisting of 2,735 males and 2,711 females. The village has 1,471 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 648 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,689 literate and 2,757 illiterate residents. Additionally, 630 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gadarada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,446 | 2,735 | 2,711 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 648 | 310 | 338 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 630 | 310 | 320 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 2,689 | 1,350 | 1,339 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,757 | 1,385 | 1,372 |
Nearby Villages of Gadarada
Gadarada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Narasapuram | West | 3.17 km |
| Kanupuru | North | 4.07 km |
| Nandarada | South | 4.28 km |
| Singarampalem | North-East | 4.34 km |
| Kalavacherla | South-East | 4.39 km |
| Jambupatnam | West | 5.41 km |
| Dosakayalapalle | South-West | 5.55 km |
| Gummalladuddi | North-West | 5.76 km |
| Murari | South-East | 6.14 km |
| Tirumalayapalem | North-East | 7.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gadarada
Gadarada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Godavari, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 7.5 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 Gadarada is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Gadarada is about 74 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 Gadarada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadarada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gadarada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadarada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gadarada
Where is Gadarada located?
Gadarada village is located in Korukonda Mandal, East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadarada?
Gadarada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gadarada?
The pincode of Gadarada is 533289.
What is the population of Gadarada?
Gadarada has a total population of 5,446, including 2,735 males and 2,711 females.
How many households are there in Gadarada?
There are 1,471 households in Gadarada.
What is the literacy rate in Gadarada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadarada is 49.38%. Male literacy is 49.36% and female literacy is 49.39%.