Maddigudem - Chinturu, Polavaram
Maddigudem is a village situated in the Chinturu mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 44 km from Chintur and around 165 km from Khammam. Edugurallapalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maddigudem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maddigudem is 579159. The village covers a total geographical area of 318 hectares and falls under the 533348 pincode. Palwancha is the nearest town, located about 72 km away.
Maddigudem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Maddigudem
According to the 2011 Census, Maddigudem village had a total population of 269 people, including 139 males and 130 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.34%, with male literacy at 50.82% and female literacy at 39.47%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 265.
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 | 269 | 139 | 130 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 17 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 265 | 137 | 128 |
| Literate Population | 107 | 62 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 162 | 77 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Maddigudem
Maddigudem 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 Maddigudem
Maddigudem 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 Maddigudem is about 72 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Maddigudem is about 165 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 Maddigudem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maddigudem 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 Maddigudem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maddigudem 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 Maddigudem
Where is Maddigudem located?
Maddigudem village is located in Chinturu Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maddigudem?
The Gram Panchayat of Maddigudem is Edugurallapalli.
What is the pincode of Maddigudem?
The pincode of Maddigudem is 533348.
What is the population of Maddigudem?
Maddigudem had a total population of 269, including 139 males and 130 females.
How many households are there in Maddigudem?
Maddigudem had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maddigudem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maddigudem was 45.34%. Male literacy was 50.82% and female literacy was 39.47%.