Dugutta - Kunavaram, Polavaram
Dugutta is a village situated in the Kunavaram mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from Kunavaram and around 200 km from Khammam. Venkatayapalem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dugutta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dugutta is 579116. The village covers a total geographical area of 104 hectares and falls under the 533350 pincode. Palwancha is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Dugutta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dugutta
According to the 2011 Census, Dugutta village had a total population of 342 people, including 153 males and 189 females, living in 103 households. The sex ratio was 1,235 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.03%, with male literacy at 51.13% and female literacy at 42.01%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 336.
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 | 342 | 153 | 189 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 336 | 149 | 187 |
| Literate Population | 139 | 68 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 203 | 85 | 118 |
Nearby Villages of Dugutta
Dugutta 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 Dugutta
Public transport in the Dugutta is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Dugutta is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Dugutta is about 200 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dugutta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dugutta 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 Dugutta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dugutta 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 Dugutta
Where is Dugutta located?
Dugutta village is located in Kunavaram Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dugutta?
The Gram Panchayat of Dugutta is Venkatayapalem.
What is the pincode of Dugutta?
The pincode of Dugutta is 533350.
What is the population of Dugutta?
Dugutta had a total population of 342, including 153 males and 189 females.
How many households are there in Dugutta?
Dugutta had 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dugutta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dugutta was 46.03%. Male literacy was 51.13% and female literacy was 42.01%.