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
As per Census 2011, Daragudem village has a total population of 291 people, consisting of 149 males and 142 females. The village has 98 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 38 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 128 literate and 163 illiterate residents. Additionally, 268 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Daragudem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 291 | 149 | 142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 19 | 19 |
| 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 has a total population of 291, including 149 males and 142 females.
How many households are there in Daragudem?
There are 98 households in Daragudem.
What is the literacy rate in Daragudem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daragudem is 43.99%. Male literacy is 56.38% and female literacy is 30.99%.