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
According to the 2011 Census, Gommugudem village had a total population of 299 people, including 140 males and 159 females, living in 98 households. The sex ratio was 1,136 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.72%, with male literacy at 84.73% and female literacy at 63.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 17.
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 | 299 | 140 | 159 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 9 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 299, including 140 males and 159 females.
How many households are there in Gommugudem?
Gommugudem had 98 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gommugudem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gommugudem was 73.72%. Male literacy was 84.73% and female literacy was 63.64%.