Gottugudem - Yetapaka, Polavaram
Gottugudem is a village situated in the Yetapaka mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from Bhadrachalam and around 135 km from Khammam. Kannaigudem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gottugudem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gottugudem is 579017. The village covers a total geographical area of 65 hectares and falls under the 533352 pincode. Palwancha is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Gottugudem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gottugudem
According to the 2011 Census, Gottugudem village had a total population of 129 people, including 64 males and 65 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 1,016 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.39%, with male literacy at 62.07% and female literacy at 46.43%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 129.
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 | 129 | 64 | 65 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 129 | 64 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 62 | 36 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 28 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Gottugudem
Gottugudem 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 Gottugudem
Gottugudem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palwancha to Gottugudem is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Gottugudem is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gottugudem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gottugudem 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gottugudem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gottugudem 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gottugudem
Where is Gottugudem located?
Gottugudem village is located in Yetapaka Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gottugudem?
The Gram Panchayat of Gottugudem is Kannaigudem.
What is the pincode of Gottugudem?
The pincode of Gottugudem is 533352.
What is the population of Gottugudem?
Gottugudem had a total population of 129, including 64 males and 65 females.
How many households are there in Gottugudem?
Gottugudem had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gottugudem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gottugudem was 54.39%. Male literacy was 62.07% and female literacy was 46.43%.