Gunjugudem - Rampachodavaram, Polavaram
Gunjugudem is a village situated in the Rampachodavaram mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from Rampachodavaram and around 96 km from Kakinada. Madicherla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gunjugudem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gunjugudem is 587142. The village covers a total geographical area of 47 hectares and falls under the 533288 pincode. Rajahmundry is the nearest town, located about 64 km away.
Gunjugudem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gunjugudem
According to the 2011 Census, Gunjugudem village had a total population of 292 people, including 147 males and 145 females, living in 87 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.77%, with male literacy at 40.60% and female literacy at 28.46%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 288.
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 | 292 | 147 | 145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 14 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 288 | 147 | 141 |
| Literate Population | 89 | 54 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 203 | 93 | 110 |
Nearby Villages of Gunjugudem
Gunjugudem is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Komaravaram | South-West | 4.85 km |
| China Barangi | South-West | 5.09 km |
| Bhupathipalem | North-West | 6.22 km |
| Peddakonda | North | 7.13 km |
| Amudalabanda | East | 8.66 km |
| Kusumarai | East | 9.45 km |
| Rajampalem | East | 9.50 km |
| Yerrampalem | South-East | 9.99 km |
| Doramamidi | East | 10.90 km |
| Gangavaram | East | 10.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gunjugudem
Gunjugudem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Godavari, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.4 km.
| 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 Gunjugudem is about 64 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Gunjugudem 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 Gunjugudem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gunjugudem 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 Gunjugudem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gunjugudem 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gunjugudem
Where is Gunjugudem located?
Gunjugudem village is located in Rampachodavaram Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gunjugudem?
The Gram Panchayat of Gunjugudem is Madicherla.
What is the pincode of Gunjugudem?
The pincode of Gunjugudem is 533288.
What is the population of Gunjugudem?
Gunjugudem had a total population of 292, including 147 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Gunjugudem?
Gunjugudem had 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gunjugudem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gunjugudem was 34.77%. Male literacy was 40.60% and female literacy was 28.46%.