Waddegudem - Vararamachandrapuram, Polavaram
Waddegudem is a village situated in the Vararamachandrapuram mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 2 km from V.r.puram and around 177 km from Khammam. Vaddegudem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Waddegudem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Waddegudem is 579269. The village covers a total geographical area of 1036 hectares and falls under the 533349 pincode. Palwancha is the nearest town, located about 97 km away.
Waddegudem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Waddegudem
As per Census 2011, Waddegudem village has a total population of 5,058 people, consisting of 2,444 males and 2,614 females. The village has 1,526 households and a sex ratio of 1,069 females per 1,000 males. There are 617 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,051 literate and 2,007 illiterate residents. Additionally, 320 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 795 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Waddegudem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,058 | 2,444 | 2,614 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 617 | 294 | 323 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 320 | 158 | 162 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 795 | 373 | 422 |
| Literate Population | 3,051 | 1,658 | 1,393 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,007 | 786 | 1,221 |
Nearby Villages of Waddegudem
Waddegudem 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 Waddegudem
Waddegudem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palwancha to Waddegudem is about 97 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Waddegudem is about 177 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Waddegudem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Waddegudem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Waddegudem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Waddegudem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Waddegudem
Where is Waddegudem located?
Waddegudem village is located in Vararamachandrapuram Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Waddegudem?
The Gram Panchayat of Waddegudem is Vaddegudem.
What is the pincode of Waddegudem?
The pincode of Waddegudem is 533349.
What is the population of Waddegudem?
Waddegudem has a total population of 5,058, including 2,444 males and 2,614 females.
How many households are there in Waddegudem?
There are 1,526 households in Waddegudem.
What is the literacy rate in Waddegudem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Waddegudem is 60.32%. Male literacy is 67.84% and female literacy is 53.29%.