Paidigudem - Kunavaram, Polavaram
Paidigudem is a village situated in the Kunavaram mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from Kunavaram and around 200 km from Khammam. Chuchirevulagudem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paidigudem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paidigudem is 579111. The village covers a total geographical area of 101 hectares and falls under the 533350 pincode. Palwancha is the nearest town, located about 82 km away.
Paidigudem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Paidigudem
As per Census 2011, Paidigudem village has a total population of 239 people, consisting of 130 males and 109 females. The village has 68 households and a sex ratio of 838 females per 1,000 males. There are 22 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 124 literate and 115 illiterate residents. Additionally, 107 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 123 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paidigudem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 239 | 130 | 109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 107 | 59 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 123 | 65 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 124 | 72 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 115 | 58 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Paidigudem
Paidigudem 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 Paidigudem
Public transport in the Paidigudem is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Palwancha to Paidigudem is about 82 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Paidigudem 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 Paidigudem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paidigudem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Paidigudem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paidigudem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Paidigudem
Where is Paidigudem located?
Paidigudem village is located in Kunavaram Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paidigudem?
The Gram Panchayat of Paidigudem is Chuchirevulagudem.
What is the pincode of Paidigudem?
The pincode of Paidigudem is 533350.
What is the population of Paidigudem?
Paidigudem has a total population of 239, including 130 males and 109 females.
How many households are there in Paidigudem?
There are 68 households in Paidigudem.
What is the literacy rate in Paidigudem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paidigudem is 51.88%. Male literacy is 55.38% and female literacy is 47.71%.