Palagudem - Chinturu, Polavaram
Palagudem is a village situated in the Chinturu mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 33 km from Chintur and around 175 km from Khammam. Chidumuru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palagudem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palagudem is 579174. The village covers a total geographical area of 290 hectares and falls under the 533347 pincode. Palwancha is the nearest town, located about 95 km away.
Palagudem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Palagudem
According to the 2011 Census, Palagudem village had a total population of 127 people, including 62 males and 65 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 1,048 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.23%, with male literacy at 44.44% and female literacy at 38.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 127.
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 | 127 | 62 | 65 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 127 | 62 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 47 | 24 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 80 | 38 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Palagudem
Palagudem 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 Palagudem
Public transport in the Palagudem is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Palagudem has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palwancha to Palagudem is about 95 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Palagudem is about 175 km, with the usual travel time around ~5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palagudem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palagudem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Palagudem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palagudem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Palagudem
Where is Palagudem located?
Palagudem village is located in Chinturu Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palagudem?
The Gram Panchayat of Palagudem is Chidumuru.
What is the pincode of Palagudem?
The pincode of Palagudem is 533347.
What is the population of Palagudem?
Palagudem had a total population of 127, including 62 males and 65 females.
How many households are there in Palagudem?
Palagudem had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palagudem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palagudem was 41.23%. Male literacy was 44.44% and female literacy was 38.33%.