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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Polavaram village has a total population of 3,345 people, consisting of 1,677 males and 1,668 females. The village has 1,022 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 219 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,380 literate and 965 illiterate residents. Additionally, 264 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 100 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Polavaram are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Polavaram?
Polavaram is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Polavaram?
The pincode of Polavaram is 521162.
What is the population of Polavaram?
Polavaram has a total population of 3,345, including 1,677 males and 1,668 females.
How many households are there in Polavaram?
There are 1,022 households in Polavaram.
What is the literacy rate in Polavaram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Polavaram is 71.15%. Male literacy is 78.18% and female literacy is 64.09%.