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
As per Census 2011, Gopavarapugudem village has a total population of 1,547 people, consisting of 771 males and 776 females. The village has 419 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 123 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 956 literate and 591 illiterate residents. Additionally, 504 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gopavarapugudem are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,547, including 771 males and 776 females.
How many households are there in Gopavarapugudem?
There are 419 households in Gopavarapugudem.
What is the literacy rate in Gopavarapugudem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopavarapugudem is 61.80%. Male literacy is 64.46% and female literacy is 59.15%.