Guruvareddy Palem - Santhanuthala Padu, Prakasam
Guruvareddy Palem is a village situated in the Santhanuthala Padu mandal of Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Santhanuthala Padu and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Ongole. Guravareddypalem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Guruvareddy Palem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guruvareddy Palem is 591314. The village covers a total geographical area of 349 hectares and falls under the 523211 pincode. Ongole is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Guruvareddy Palem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Guruvareddy Palem
As per Census 2011, Guruvareddy Palem village has a total population of 1,548 people, consisting of 755 males and 793 females. The village has 398 households and a sex ratio of 1,050 females per 1,000 males. There are 114 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 932 literate and 616 illiterate residents. Additionally, 594 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Guruvareddy Palem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,548 | 755 | 793 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 59 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 594 | 286 | 308 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 932 | 549 | 383 |
| Illiterate Population | 616 | 206 | 410 |
Nearby Villages of Guruvareddy Palem
Guruvareddy Palem is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Manchikalapadu | North | 3.05 km |
| Kandurivari Agraharam | North | 3.95 km |
| Gonugunta | West | 4.20 km |
| Gummalam Padu | South | 4.81 km |
| Yerragudipadu | North-East | 5.52 km |
| Yenikapadu | South | 6.18 km |
| Torragudi Padu | North | 6.41 km |
| Gangavaram | South-East | 6.42 km |
| Konagani Vari Palem | North-East | 6.62 km |
| Matti Padu | East | 6.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Guruvareddy Palem
Guruvareddy Palem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ongole, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.6 km.
| 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 Ongole to Guruvareddy Palem is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Guruvareddy Palem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guruvareddy Palem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Guruvareddy Palem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Guruvareddy Palem 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 Guruvareddy Palem
Where is Guruvareddy Palem located?
Guruvareddy Palem village is located in Santhanuthala Padu Mandal, Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Guruvareddy Palem?
The Gram Panchayat of Guruvareddy Palem is Guravareddypalem.
What is the pincode of Guruvareddy Palem?
The pincode of Guruvareddy Palem is 523211.
What is the population of Guruvareddy Palem?
Guruvareddy Palem has a total population of 1,548, including 755 males and 793 females.
How many households are there in Guruvareddy Palem?
There are 398 households in Guruvareddy Palem.
What is the literacy rate in Guruvareddy Palem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guruvareddy Palem is 60.21%. Male literacy is 72.72% and female literacy is 48.30%.