Daragudem - Rampachodavaram, Polavaram
Daragudem is a village situated in the Rampachodavaram mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from Rampachodavaram and around 98 km from Kakinada. Vemulakonda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Daragudem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daragudem is 587152. The village covers a total geographical area of 28 hectares and falls under the 533288 pincode. Rajahmundry is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Daragudem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Daragudem
According to the 2011 Census, Daragudem village had a total population of 291 people, including 149 males and 142 females, living in 98 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.59%, with male literacy at 64.62% and female literacy at 35.77%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 268.
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 | 291 | 149 | 142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 19 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 268 | 137 | 131 |
| Literate Population | 128 | 84 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 163 | 65 | 98 |
Nearby Villages of Daragudem
Daragudem 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 Daragudem
Daragudem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajahmundry to Daragudem is about 68 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Daragudem is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Daragudem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daragudem 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Daragudem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Daragudem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Daragudem
Where is Daragudem located?
Daragudem village is located in Rampachodavaram Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Daragudem?
The Gram Panchayat of Daragudem is Vemulakonda.
What is the pincode of Daragudem?
The pincode of Daragudem is 533288.
What is the population of Daragudem?
Daragudem had a total population of 291, including 149 males and 142 females.
How many households are there in Daragudem?
Daragudem had 98 households.
What is the literacy rate in Daragudem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daragudem was 50.59%. Male literacy was 64.62% and female literacy was 35.77%.