Gandhavaram - Padmanabham, Visakhapatnam
Gandhavaram is a village situated in the Padmanabham mandal of Visakhapatnam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Padmanabham and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Visakhapatnam. Gandavaram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gandhavaram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gandhavaram is 586122. The village covers a total geographical area of 811 hectares and falls under the 531219 pincode. Vizianagaram is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Gandhavaram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gandhavaram
As per Census 2011, Gandhavaram village has a total population of 2,464 people, consisting of 1,239 males and 1,225 females. The village has 650 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 246 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,199 literate and 1,265 illiterate residents. Additionally, 364 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gandhavaram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,464 | 1,239 | 1,225 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 246 | 134 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 364 | 176 | 188 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,199 | 702 | 497 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,265 | 537 | 728 |
Nearby Villages of Gandhavaram
Gandhavaram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Thimmapuram | North | 1.86 km |
| Vijayarampuram | East | 2.23 km |
| Penta | South | 2.30 km |
| Godikommu Singavaram | North | 2.38 km |
| Ananthavaram | South-East | 2.77 km |
| Alamanda | West | 3.17 km |
| Pedaraopalle | South-West | 3.64 km |
| Lotlapalle | North | 3.84 km |
| Godikommu | North-West | 3.90 km |
| Annamrajupeta | North-East | 4.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gandhavaram
Gandhavaram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Alamanda, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 98.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Vizianagaram to Gandhavaram is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Gandhavaram is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gandhavaram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gandhavaram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gandhavaram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gandhavaram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gandhavaram
Where is Gandhavaram located?
Gandhavaram village is located in Padmanabham Mandal, Visakhapatnam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gandhavaram?
The Gram Panchayat of Gandhavaram is Gandavaram.
What is the pincode of Gandhavaram?
The pincode of Gandhavaram is 531219.
What is the population of Gandhavaram?
Gandhavaram has a total population of 2,464, including 1,239 males and 1,225 females.
How many households are there in Gandhavaram?
There are 650 households in Gandhavaram.
What is the literacy rate in Gandhavaram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gandhavaram is 48.66%. Male literacy is 56.66% and female literacy is 40.57%.