Marrigudem - Kunavaram, Polavaram
Marrigudem is a village situated in the Kunavaram mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from Kunavaram and around 180 km from Khammam. Marrigudem village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Marrigudem is 579132. The village covers a total geographical area of 231 hectares and falls under the 533350 pincode. Palwancha is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Marrigudem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Marrigudem
As per Census 2011, Marrigudem village has a total population of 163 people, consisting of 84 males and 79 females. The village has 54 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 11 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 107 literate and 56 illiterate residents. Additionally, 29 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Marrigudem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 163 | 84 | 79 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 16 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 107 | 62 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 22 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Marrigudem
Marrigudem 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 Marrigudem
Public transport in the Marrigudem is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Marrigudem is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Marrigudem 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 Marrigudem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Marrigudem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Marrigudem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Marrigudem 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 Marrigudem
Where is Marrigudem located?
Marrigudem village is located in Kunavaram Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Marrigudem?
Marrigudem is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Marrigudem?
The pincode of Marrigudem is 533350.
What is the population of Marrigudem?
Marrigudem has a total population of 163, including 84 males and 79 females.
How many households are there in Marrigudem?
There are 54 households in Marrigudem.
What is the literacy rate in Marrigudem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Marrigudem is 65.64%. Male literacy is 73.81% and female literacy is 56.96%.