Gollagudem - Vararamachandrapuram, Polavaram
Gollagudem is a village situated in the Vararamachandrapuram mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from V.r.puram and around 195 km from Khammam. Mulkanapally serves as the Grama Panchayat for Gollagudem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gollagudem is 579241. The village covers a total geographical area of 96 hectares and falls under the 533352 pincode. Palwancha is the nearest town, located about 115 km away.
Gollagudem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gollagudem
According to the 2011 Census, Gollagudem village had a total population of 127 people, including 65 males and 62 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 954 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 19.30%, with male literacy at 20.69% and female literacy at 17.86%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 127.
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 | 127 | 65 | 62 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 127 | 65 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 53 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Gollagudem
Gollagudem 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 Gollagudem
Gollagudem 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 Palwancha to Gollagudem is about 115 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Gollagudem is about 195 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gollagudem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gollagudem 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gollagudem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gollagudem 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gollagudem
Where is Gollagudem located?
Gollagudem village is located in Vararamachandrapuram Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Gollagudem?
The Grama Panchayat of Gollagudem is Mulkanapally.
What is the pincode of Gollagudem?
The pincode of Gollagudem is 533352.
What is the population of Gollagudem?
Gollagudem had a total population of 127, including 65 males and 62 females.
How many households are there in Gollagudem?
Gollagudem had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gollagudem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gollagudem was 19.30%. Male literacy was 20.69% and female literacy was 17.86%.