Garisepudi - Kruthivennu, Krishna
Garisepudi is a village situated in the Kruthivennu mandal of Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kruthivennu and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Machilipatnam. Garisepudi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garisepudi is 589379. The village covers a total geographical area of 325 hectares and falls under the 521324 pincode. Bhimavaram is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Garisepudi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Garisepudi
According to the 2011 Census, Garisepudi village had a total population of 1,053 people, including 534 males and 519 females, living in 279 households. The sex ratio was 972 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.17%, with male literacy at 83.40% and female literacy at 78.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 342, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 27.
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 | 1,053 | 534 | 519 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 64 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 342 | 179 | 163 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 763 | 392 | 371 |
| Illiterate Population | 290 | 142 | 148 |
Nearby Villages of Garisepudi
Garisepudi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chandala | South-East | 1.26 km |
| Laxmipuram | East | 2.49 km |
| Matlam | North | 2.58 km |
| Tadivennu | South-East | 2.83 km |
| Komallapudi | West | 3.42 km |
| Nidamarru | South | 4.12 km |
| Kruthivennu | South-West | 5.67 km |
| Neelipudi | West | 6.29 km |
| Pedalanka | North-West | 6.78 km |
| Kalavapudi | North | 7.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garisepudi
Garisepudi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhimavaram Town, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhimavaram to Garisepudi is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Garisepudi is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garisepudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garisepudi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Garisepudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garisepudi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garisepudi
Where is Garisepudi located?
Garisepudi village is located in Kruthivennu Mandal, Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garisepudi?
Garisepudi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Garisepudi?
The pincode of Garisepudi is 521324.
What is the population of Garisepudi?
Garisepudi had a total population of 1,053, including 534 males and 519 females.
How many households are there in Garisepudi?
Garisepudi had 279 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garisepudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garisepudi was 81.17%. Male literacy was 83.40% and female literacy was 78.94%.