Buttaigudem - Yetapaka, Polavaram
Buttaigudem is a village situated in the Yetapaka mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from Bhadrachalam and around 132 km from Khammam. Nellipaka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Buttaigudem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Buttaigudem is 579057. The village covers a total geographical area of 295 hectares and falls under the 533352 pincode. Palwancha is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Buttaigudem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Buttaigudem
According to the 2011 Census, Buttaigudem village had a total population of 197 people, including 99 males and 98 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 990 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.20%, with male literacy at 57.47% and female literacy at 34.52%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 193.
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 | 197 | 99 | 98 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 193 | 97 | 96 |
| Literate Population | 79 | 50 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 118 | 49 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Buttaigudem
Buttaigudem 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 Buttaigudem
Buttaigudem 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 >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 Buttaigudem is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Buttaigudem is about 132 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Buttaigudem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Buttaigudem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Buttaigudem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Buttaigudem 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Buttaigudem
Where is Buttaigudem located?
Buttaigudem village is located in Yetapaka Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Buttaigudem?
The Gram Panchayat of Buttaigudem is Nellipaka.
What is the pincode of Buttaigudem?
The pincode of Buttaigudem is 533352.
What is the population of Buttaigudem?
Buttaigudem had a total population of 197, including 99 males and 98 females.
How many households are there in Buttaigudem?
Buttaigudem had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Buttaigudem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Buttaigudem was 46.20%. Male literacy was 57.47% and female literacy was 34.52%.