Gandram - Guduru, Krishna
Gandram is a village situated in the Guduru mandal of Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Guduru and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Machilipatnam. Gandram village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gandram is 589653. The village covers a total geographical area of 302 hectares and falls under the 521332 pincode. Machilipatnam is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Gandram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gandram
According to the 2011 Census, Gandram village had a total population of 443 people, including 231 males and 212 females, living in 149 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.56%, with male literacy at 70.59% and female literacy at 49.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 108, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 443 | 231 | 212 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 27 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 108 | 61 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 238 | 144 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 205 | 87 | 118 |
Nearby Villages of Gandram
Gandram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lellagaruvu | East | 1.30 km |
| Mukkollu | West | 1.84 km |
| Ulavalapudi | North | 1.85 km |
| Gadepudi | East | 2.58 km |
| Gurjepalle | South | 2.59 km |
| Ramanuja Varthalapalle | South-East | 2.64 km |
| Nagavaram | North | 2.65 km |
| Kankatava | South | 3.02 km |
| Nadupuru | East | 3.57 km |
| Venuturumilli | North-West | 3.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gandram
Gandram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Vadlamannadu, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Machilipatnam to Gandram is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gandram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gandram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gandram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gandram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gandram
Where is Gandram located?
Gandram village is located in Guduru Mandal, Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gandram?
Gandram is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gandram?
The pincode of Gandram is 521332.
What is the population of Gandram?
Gandram had a total population of 443, including 231 males and 212 females.
How many households are there in Gandram?
Gandram had 149 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gandram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gandram was 60.56%. Male literacy was 70.59% and female literacy was 49.74%.