Lachigudem - Chinturu, Polavaram
Lachigudem is a village situated in the Chinturu mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from Chintur and around 163 km from Khammam. Lachigudem village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lachigudem is 579163. The village covers a total geographical area of 259 hectares and falls under the 533347 pincode. Palwancha is the nearest town, located about 78 km away.
Lachigudem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lachigudem
According to the 2011 Census, Lachigudem village had a total population of 350 people, including 178 males and 172 females, living in 80 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 35.42%, with male literacy at 39.57% and female literacy at 31.06%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 349.
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 | 350 | 178 | 172 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 39 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 349 | 177 | 172 |
| Literate Population | 96 | 55 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 254 | 123 | 131 |
Nearby Villages of Lachigudem
Lachigudem 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 Lachigudem
Lachigudem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Palwancha to Lachigudem is about 78 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Lachigudem is about 163 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lachigudem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lachigudem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lachigudem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lachigudem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lachigudem
Where is Lachigudem located?
Lachigudem village is located in Chinturu Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lachigudem?
Lachigudem is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lachigudem?
The pincode of Lachigudem is 533347.
What is the population of Lachigudem?
Lachigudem had a total population of 350, including 178 males and 172 females.
How many households are there in Lachigudem?
Lachigudem had 80 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lachigudem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lachigudem was 35.42%. Male literacy was 39.57% and female literacy was 31.06%.