Gondikota - Gurthedu, Polavaram
Gondikota is a village situated in the Gurthedu mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 70 km from Y.ramavaram and around 178 km from Kakinada. Boddagandi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gondikota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gondikota is 586680. The village covers a total geographical area of 3 hectares and falls under the 533428 pincode. Peddapuram is the nearest town, located about 122 km away.
Gondikota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gondikota
According to the 2011 Census, Gondikota village had a total population of 61 people, including 26 males and 35 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 1,346 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 11.90%, with male literacy at 21.05% and female literacy at 4.35%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 61.
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 | 61 | 26 | 35 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 7 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 61 | 26 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 22 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Gondikota
Gondikota 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 Gondikota
Gondikota is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Peddapuram to Gondikota is about 122 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Gondikota is about 178 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gondikota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gondikota 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gondikota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gondikota 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gondikota
Where is Gondikota located?
Gondikota village is located in Gurthedu Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gondikota?
The Gram Panchayat of Gondikota is Boddagandi.
What is the pincode of Gondikota?
The pincode of Gondikota is 533428.
What is the population of Gondikota?
Gondikota had a total population of 61, including 26 males and 35 females.
How many households are there in Gondikota?
Gondikota had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gondikota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gondikota was 11.90%. Male literacy was 21.05% and female literacy was 4.35%.