Dandamudi - Ponnur, Guntur
Dandamudi is a village situated in the Ponnur mandal of Guntur district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ponnur and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Guntur. Dandamudi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dandamudi is 590361. The village covers a total geographical area of 563 hectares and falls under the 522316 pincode. Ponnur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dandamudi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dandamudi
As per Census 2011, Dandamudi village has a total population of 3,337 people, consisting of 1,675 males and 1,662 females. The village has 885 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 330 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,959 literate and 1,378 illiterate residents. Additionally, 812 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 125 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dandamudi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,337 | 1,675 | 1,662 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 330 | 172 | 158 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 812 | 411 | 401 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 125 | 63 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 1,959 | 1,067 | 892 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,378 | 608 | 770 |
Nearby Villages of Dandamudi
Dandamudi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aremanda | East | 1.87 km |
| Patchalatadiparru | West | 1.92 km |
| Doppalapudi | West | 2.98 km |
| Mamillapalle | North-East | 3.38 km |
| Kondamudi | South-East | 3.43 km |
| Munipalle | North-West | 3.57 km |
| Thottempudi | North | 4.08 km |
| Modukuru | North-East | 5.25 km |
| Vellalur | North | 5.33 km |
| Bodapadu | East | 5.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dandamudi
Dandamudi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Modukuru, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ponnur to Dandamudi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Guntur to Dandamudi is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dandamudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dandamudi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dandamudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dandamudi 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 Dandamudi
Where is Dandamudi located?
Dandamudi village is located in Ponnur Mandal, Guntur district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dandamudi?
Dandamudi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dandamudi?
The pincode of Dandamudi is 522316.
What is the population of Dandamudi?
Dandamudi has a total population of 3,337, including 1,675 males and 1,662 females.
How many households are there in Dandamudi?
There are 885 households in Dandamudi.
What is the literacy rate in Dandamudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dandamudi is 58.71%. Male literacy is 63.70% and female literacy is 53.67%.