Gooty Erragudi - Tuggali, Kurnool
Gooty Erragudi is a village situated in the Tuggali mandal of Kurnool district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tuggali and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Kurnool. Chigurlagutta Thanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gooty Erragudi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gooty Erragudi is 594454. The village covers a total geographical area of 3349 hectares and falls under the 518390 pincode. Dhone is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Gooty Erragudi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gooty Erragudi
As per Census 2011, Gooty Erragudi village has a total population of 6,357 people, consisting of 3,271 males and 3,086 females. The village has 1,434 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 795 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,960 literate and 3,397 illiterate residents. Additionally, 754 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,931 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gooty Erragudi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,357 | 3,271 | 3,086 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 795 | 402 | 393 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 754 | 380 | 374 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,931 | 1,521 | 1,410 |
| Literate Population | 2,960 | 1,860 | 1,100 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,397 | 1,411 | 1,986 |
Nearby Villages of Gooty Erragudi
Gooty Erragudi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bethapalle | South-East | 4.00 km |
| Basinepalle | South | 5.13 km |
| Obulapuram | South-West | 5.38 km |
| Pagidiroy | North | 5.41 km |
| Utakallu | East | 5.53 km |
| Jonnagiri | West | 6.08 km |
| Sankarabanda | West | 7.30 km |
| Dharmapuram | South-East | 7.37 km |
| Kandamakuntla | North-East | 7.98 km |
| Kojjepalle | South | 8.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gooty Erragudi
Gooty Erragudi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pagidirai Halt, while the nearest airport is Bellary Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Dhone to Gooty Erragudi is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kurnool to Gooty Erragudi is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gooty Erragudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gooty Erragudi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gooty Erragudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gooty Erragudi 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 Gooty Erragudi
Where is Gooty Erragudi located?
Gooty Erragudi village is located in Tuggali Mandal, Kurnool district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gooty Erragudi?
The Gram Panchayat of Gooty Erragudi is Chigurlagutta Thanda.
What is the pincode of Gooty Erragudi?
The pincode of Gooty Erragudi is 518390.
What is the population of Gooty Erragudi?
Gooty Erragudi has a total population of 6,357, including 3,271 males and 3,086 females.
How many households are there in Gooty Erragudi?
There are 1,434 households in Gooty Erragudi.
What is the literacy rate in Gooty Erragudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gooty Erragudi is 46.56%. Male literacy is 56.86% and female literacy is 35.64%.