Gommugudem - Kunavaram, Polavaram
Gommugudem is a village situated in the Kunavaram mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from Kunavaram and around 180 km from Khammam. Marrigudem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gommugudem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gommugudem is 579131. The village covers a total geographical area of 212 hectares and falls under the 533350 pincode. Palwancha is the nearest town, located about 100 km away.
Gommugudem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gommugudem
As per Census 2011, Gommugudem village has a total population of 299 people, consisting of 140 males and 159 females. The village has 98 households and a sex ratio of 1,135 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 202 literate and 97 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gommugudem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 299 | 140 | 159 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 9 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 202 | 111 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 29 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Gommugudem
Gommugudem 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 Gommugudem
Gommugudem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Palwancha to Gommugudem is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Gommugudem is about 180 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 Gommugudem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gommugudem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gommugudem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gommugudem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gommugudem
Where is Gommugudem located?
Gommugudem village is located in Kunavaram Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gommugudem?
The Gram Panchayat of Gommugudem is Marrigudem.
What is the pincode of Gommugudem?
The pincode of Gommugudem is 533350.
What is the population of Gommugudem?
Gommugudem has a total population of 299, including 140 males and 159 females.
How many households are there in Gommugudem?
There are 98 households in Gommugudem.
What is the literacy rate in Gommugudem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gommugudem is 67.56%. Male literacy is 79.29% and female literacy is 57.23%.