Gundlavai - Velairpadu, Eluru
Gundlavai is a village situated in the Velairpadu mandal of Eluru district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from Velairpadu and around 149 km from Khammam. Medepalli serves as the Grama Panchayat for Gundlavai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gundlavai is 579312. The village covers a total geographical area of 508 hectares and falls under the 534444 pincode. Palwancha is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Gundlavai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gundlavai
According to the 2011 Census, Gundlavai village had a total population of 357 people, including 180 males and 177 females, living in 89 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 30.38%, with male literacy at 35.44% and female literacy at 25.32%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 334.
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 | 357 | 180 | 177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 22 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 334 | 169 | 165 |
| Literate Population | 96 | 56 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 261 | 124 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Gundlavai
Gundlavai 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 Gundlavai
Gundlavai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Palwancha to Gundlavai is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Gundlavai is about 149 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gundlavai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gundlavai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gundlavai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gundlavai 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 Gundlavai
Where is Gundlavai located?
Gundlavai village is located in Velairpadu Mandal, Eluru district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Gundlavai?
The Grama Panchayat of Gundlavai is Medepalli.
What is the pincode of Gundlavai?
The pincode of Gundlavai is 534444.
What is the population of Gundlavai?
Gundlavai had a total population of 357, including 180 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Gundlavai?
Gundlavai had 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gundlavai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gundlavai was 30.38%. Male literacy was 35.44% and female literacy was 25.32%.