Gundala - Yetapaka, Polavaram
Gundala is a village situated in the Yetapaka mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from Bhadrachalam and around 119 km from Khammam. Gundala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gundala is 579046. The village covers a total geographical area of 518 hectares and falls under the 533352 pincode. Palwancha is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Gundala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gundala
As per Census 2011, Gundala village has a total population of 1,439 people, consisting of 722 males and 717 females. The village has 395 households and a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males. There are 148 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 924 literate and 515 illiterate residents. Additionally, 402 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 70 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gundala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,439 | 722 | 717 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 70 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 402 | 198 | 204 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 70 | 40 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 924 | 528 | 396 |
| Illiterate Population | 515 | 194 | 321 |
Nearby Villages of Gundala
Gundala 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 Gundala
Public transport in the Gundala is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Gundala is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Gundala is about 119 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gundala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gundala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gundala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gundala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gundala
Where is Gundala located?
Gundala village is located in Yetapaka Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gundala?
Gundala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gundala?
The pincode of Gundala is 533352.
What is the population of Gundala?
Gundala has a total population of 1,439, including 722 males and 717 females.
How many households are there in Gundala?
There are 395 households in Gundala.
What is the literacy rate in Gundala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gundala is 64.21%. Male literacy is 73.13% and female literacy is 55.23%.