Doddigunta - Rangampeta, East Godavari
Doddigunta is a village situated in the Rangampeta mandal of East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rangampeta and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Kakinada. Doddigunta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Doddigunta is 587431. The village covers a total geographical area of 1217 hectares and falls under the 533291 pincode. Peddapuram is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Doddigunta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Doddigunta
As per Census 2011, Doddigunta village has a total population of 4,467 people, consisting of 2,293 males and 2,174 females. The village has 1,216 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 530 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,233 literate and 2,234 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,052 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Doddigunta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,467 | 2,293 | 2,174 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 530 | 276 | 254 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,052 | 525 | 527 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 2,233 | 1,137 | 1,096 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,234 | 1,156 | 1,078 |
Nearby Villages of Doddigunta
Doddigunta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Singampalle | South | 2.35 km |
| Subhadrampeta | North-West | 2.79 km |
| Venkatapuram | North | 2.82 km |
| Mukundavaram | West | 3.84 km |
| Nallamilli | South | 4.47 km |
| G. Donthamuru | South-West | 4.55 km |
| Kotapadu | North-East | 4.66 km |
| Anuru | East | 4.70 km |
| Marripudi | East | 5.19 km |
| Elakolanu | West | 6.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Doddigunta
Doddigunta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bikkavolu, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.8 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 Peddapuram to Doddigunta is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Doddigunta is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Doddigunta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Doddigunta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Doddigunta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Doddigunta 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 Doddigunta
Where is Doddigunta located?
Doddigunta village is located in Rangampeta Mandal, East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Doddigunta?
Doddigunta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Doddigunta?
The pincode of Doddigunta is 533291.
What is the population of Doddigunta?
Doddigunta has a total population of 4,467, including 2,293 males and 2,174 females.
How many households are there in Doddigunta?
There are 1,216 households in Doddigunta.
What is the literacy rate in Doddigunta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Doddigunta is 49.99%. Male literacy is 49.59% and female literacy is 50.41%.