Polavaram - Guduru, Krishna
Polavaram is a village situated in the Guduru mandal of Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Guduru and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Machilipatnam. Polavaram village is a designated Grama Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Polavaram is 589666. The village covers a total geographical area of 51 hectares and falls under the 521162 pincode. Machilipatnam is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Polavaram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Polavaram
According to the 2011 Census, Polavaram village had a total population of 3,345 people, including 1,677 males and 1,668 females, living in 1,022 households. The sex ratio was 995 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.14%, with male literacy at 83.34% and female literacy at 68.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 264, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 100.
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 | 3,345 | 1,677 | 1,668 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 219 | 104 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 264 | 130 | 134 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 100 | 52 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 2,380 | 1,311 | 1,069 |
| Illiterate Population | 965 | 366 | 599 |
Nearby Villages of Polavaram
Polavaram 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 Polavaram
Polavaram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Polavaram.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Machilipatnam to Polavaram is about 22 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 Polavaram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Polavaram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Polavaram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Polavaram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Polavaram
Where is Polavaram located?
Polavaram village is located in Guduru Mandal, Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Polavaram?
Polavaram is its own Grama Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Polavaram?
The pincode of Polavaram is 521162.
What is the population of Polavaram?
Polavaram had a total population of 3,345, including 1,677 males and 1,668 females.
How many households are there in Polavaram?
Polavaram had 1,022 households.
What is the literacy rate in Polavaram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Polavaram was 76.14%. Male literacy was 83.34% and female literacy was 68.83%.