Guttikonda - Piduguralla, Palnadu
Guttikonda is a village situated in the Piduguralla mandal of Palnadu district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from Piduguralla and around 72 km from Guntur. Guttikonda village is a designated Grama Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guttikonda is 589881. The village covers a total geographical area of 2577 hectares and falls under the 522413 pincode. Piduguralla is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Guttikonda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Guttikonda
According to the 2011 Census, Guttikonda village had a total population of 8,931 people, including 4,485 males and 4,446 females, living in 2,308 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.27%, with male literacy at 64.59% and female literacy at 41.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,019, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,273.
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 | 8,931 | 4,485 | 4,446 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 944 | 495 | 449 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,019 | 517 | 502 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,273 | 644 | 629 |
| Literate Population | 4,255 | 2,577 | 1,678 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,676 | 1,908 | 2,768 |
Nearby Villages of Guttikonda
Guttikonda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Julakallu | North-West | 4.88 km |
| Gundlapalle | East | 5.98 km |
| Janapadu | North-East | 7.31 km |
| China Agraharam | North | 7.42 km |
| Petasannigandla | West | 7.44 km |
| Singarutla | West | 7.99 km |
| Peda Agraharam | North | 8.49 km |
| Chintapalle | North-West | 9.70 km |
| Karalapadu | North | 9.82 km |
| Narasingapadu | East | 9.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Guttikonda
Guttikonda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Piduguralla, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Piduguralla to Guttikonda is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Guntur to Guttikonda is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Guttikonda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guttikonda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Guttikonda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Guttikonda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Guttikonda
Where is Guttikonda located?
Guttikonda village is located in Piduguralla Mandal, Palnadu district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Guttikonda?
Guttikonda is its own Grama Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Guttikonda?
The pincode of Guttikonda is 522413.
What is the population of Guttikonda?
Guttikonda had a total population of 8,931, including 4,485 males and 4,446 females.
How many households are there in Guttikonda?
Guttikonda had 2,308 households.
What is the literacy rate in Guttikonda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guttikonda was 53.27%. Male literacy was 64.59% and female literacy was 41.98%.