Gangannadora Palem - Ganguvarisigadam, Srikakulam
Gangannadora Palem is a village situated in the Ganguvarisigadam mandal of Srikakulam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in G.sigadam and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Srikakulam. Sethubheemavaram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gangannadora Palem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gangannadora Palem is 581372. The village covers a total geographical area of 307 hectares and falls under the 535125 pincode. Rajam is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Gangannadora Palem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gangannadora Palem
As per Census 2011, Gangannadora Palem village has a total population of 481 people, consisting of 248 males and 233 females. The village has 118 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 209 literate and 272 illiterate residents. Additionally, 157 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gangannadora Palem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 481 | 248 | 233 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 24 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 157 | 83 | 74 |
| Literate Population | 209 | 127 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 272 | 121 | 151 |
Nearby Villages of Gangannadora Palem
Gangannadora 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pydayyavalasa | South-East | 1.43 km |
| Penasam | North-West | 1.57 km |
| Devarapodilam | South | 2.02 km |
| Velagada | North | 2.11 km |
| Devaravalasa | North-East | 2.19 km |
| Gunidam | South | 2.54 km |
| Kothakunkam | East | 2.79 km |
| Kapparam | North-East | 3.06 km |
| Nimmalavalasa | South-West | 3.25 km |
| Seethubhimavaram | West | 3.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gangannadora Palem
Gangannadora Palem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sigadam, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 105.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajam to Gangannadora Palem is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Srikakulam to Gangannadora Palem is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gangannadora Palem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gangannadora 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gangannadora 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 Gangannadora 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gangannadora Palem
Where is Gangannadora Palem located?
Gangannadora Palem village is located in Ganguvarisigadam Mandal, Srikakulam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gangannadora Palem?
The Gram Panchayat of Gangannadora Palem is Sethubheemavaram.
What is the pincode of Gangannadora Palem?
The pincode of Gangannadora Palem is 535125.
What is the population of Gangannadora Palem?
Gangannadora Palem has a total population of 481, including 248 males and 233 females.
How many households are there in Gangannadora Palem?
There are 118 households in Gangannadora Palem.
What is the literacy rate in Gangannadora Palem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gangannadora Palem is 43.45%. Male literacy is 51.21% and female literacy is 35.19%.