Somulagudem - Vararamachandrapuram, Polavaram
Somulagudem is a village situated in the Vararamachandrapuram mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from V.r.puram and around 192 km from Khammam. Ramavaram serves as the Grama Panchayat for Somulagudem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somulagudem is 579236. The village covers a total geographical area of 117 hectares and falls under the 533349 pincode. Palwancha is the nearest town, located about 112 km away.
Somulagudem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Somulagudem
According to the 2011 Census, Somulagudem village had a total population of 939 people, including 139 males and 800 females, living in 91 households. The sex ratio was 5,755 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.95%, with male literacy at 49.19% and female literacy at 88.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 42, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 889.
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 | 939 | 139 | 800 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 15 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 6 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 889 | 129 | 760 |
| Literate Population | 754 | 61 | 693 |
| Illiterate Population | 185 | 78 | 107 |
Nearby Villages of Somulagudem
Somulagudem 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 Somulagudem
Somulagudem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Somulagudem is about 112 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Somulagudem is about 192 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Somulagudem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somulagudem 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 Somulagudem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Somulagudem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Somulagudem
Where is Somulagudem located?
Somulagudem village is located in Vararamachandrapuram Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Somulagudem?
The Grama Panchayat of Somulagudem is Ramavaram.
What is the pincode of Somulagudem?
The pincode of Somulagudem is 533349.
What is the population of Somulagudem?
Somulagudem had a total population of 939, including 139 males and 800 females.
How many households are there in Somulagudem?
Somulagudem had 91 households.
What is the literacy rate in Somulagudem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somulagudem was 82.95%. Male literacy was 49.19% and female literacy was 88.28%.