Gandhinagaram - Rampachodavaram, Polavaram
Gandhinagaram is a village situated in the Rampachodavaram mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from Rampachodavaram and around 96 km from Kakinada. Pedageddada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gandhinagaram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gandhinagaram is 587161. The village covers a total geographical area of 51 hectares and falls under the 533288 pincode. Rajahmundry is the nearest town, located about 61 km away.
Gandhinagaram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gandhinagaram
According to the 2011 Census, Gandhinagaram village had a total population of 37 people, including 25 males and 12 females, living in 8 households. The sex ratio was 480 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.18%, with male literacy at 54.55% and female literacy at 16.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 37.
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 | 37 | 25 | 12 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 37 | 25 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 14 | 12 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 23 | 13 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Gandhinagaram
Gandhinagaram 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 Gandhinagaram
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Gandhinagaram.
| 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 Rajahmundry to Gandhinagaram is about 61 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Gandhinagaram is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gandhinagaram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gandhinagaram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gandhinagaram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gandhinagaram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gandhinagaram
Where is Gandhinagaram located?
Gandhinagaram village is located in Rampachodavaram Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gandhinagaram?
The Gram Panchayat of Gandhinagaram is Pedageddada.
What is the pincode of Gandhinagaram?
The pincode of Gandhinagaram is 533288.
What is the population of Gandhinagaram?
Gandhinagaram had a total population of 37, including 25 males and 12 females.
How many households are there in Gandhinagaram?
Gandhinagaram had 8 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gandhinagaram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gandhinagaram was 41.18%. Male literacy was 54.55% and female literacy was 16.67%.