Gopavarapugudem - Gannavaram, Krishna
Gopavarapugudem is a village situated in the Gannavaram mandal of Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gannavaram and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Machilipatnam. Gopavarapugudem village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopavarapugudem is 589229. The village covers a total geographical area of 563 hectares and falls under the 521101 pincode. Vijayawada is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Gopavarapugudem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gopavarapugudem
According to the 2011 Census, Gopavarapugudem village had a total population of 1,547 people, including 771 males and 776 females, living in 419 households. The sex ratio was 1,006 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.13%, with male literacy at 69.90% and female literacy at 64.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 504, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 12.
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 | 1,547 | 771 | 776 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 60 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 504 | 250 | 254 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 956 | 497 | 459 |
| Illiterate Population | 591 | 274 | 317 |
Nearby Villages of Gopavarapugudem
Gopavarapugudem 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kondapavuluru | South-West | 1.16 km |
| Gollanapalle | North-East | 1.80 km |
| Venkatanarasimhapuram | South-East | 3.05 km |
| Chikkavaram | East | 4.03 km |
| Thotapalle | North | 4.19 km |
| Kanasanapalle | North-West | 4.32 km |
| Surampalle | West | 4.45 km |
| Bahubalendrunigudem | South-East | 4.73 km |
| Purushottapatnam | South | 5.16 km |
| Ramachandrapuram | South-West | 6.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gopavarapugudem
Gopavarapugudem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gannavaram, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 97.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vijayawada to Gopavarapugudem is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Gopavarapugudem is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gopavarapugudem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gopavarapugudem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gopavarapugudem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gopavarapugudem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gopavarapugudem
Where is Gopavarapugudem located?
Gopavarapugudem village is located in Gannavaram Mandal, Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gopavarapugudem?
Gopavarapugudem is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gopavarapugudem?
The pincode of Gopavarapugudem is 521101.
What is the population of Gopavarapugudem?
Gopavarapugudem had a total population of 1,547, including 771 males and 776 females.
How many households are there in Gopavarapugudem?
Gopavarapugudem had 419 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gopavarapugudem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopavarapugudem was 67.13%. Male literacy was 69.90% and female literacy was 64.38%.