Garagaparru - Palacoderu, West Godavari
Garagaparru is a village situated in the Palacoderu mandal of West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palacoderu and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Eluru. Garagaparru village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garagaparru is 588623. The village covers a total geographical area of 1170 hectares and falls under the 534186 pincode. Bhimavaram is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Garagaparru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Garagaparru
As per Census 2011, Garagaparru village has a total population of 5,092 people, consisting of 2,543 males and 2,549 females. The village has 1,477 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 462 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,406 literate and 1,686 illiterate residents. Additionally, 852 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 42 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garagaparru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,092 | 2,543 | 2,549 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 462 | 232 | 230 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 852 | 421 | 431 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 3,406 | 1,769 | 1,637 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,686 | 774 | 912 |
Nearby Villages of Garagaparru
Garagaparru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mypa | North-East | 2.60 km |
| Gollalakoderu | South | 2.87 km |
| Yendagandi | North | 3.20 km |
| Chilukuru | West | 3.48 km |
| Palakoderu | South-East | 3.83 km |
| Mogallu | East | 3.88 km |
| Mahadevapatnam | South-West | 3.91 km |
| Korukollu | East | 4.30 km |
| Annavaram | South-West | 4.42 km |
| Uppuluru | North-West | 4.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garagaparru
Garagaparru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vendra, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhimavaram to Garagaparru is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Eluru to Garagaparru is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garagaparru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garagaparru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Garagaparru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garagaparru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Garagaparru
Where is Garagaparru located?
Garagaparru village is located in Palacoderu Mandal, West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garagaparru?
Garagaparru is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Garagaparru?
The pincode of Garagaparru is 534186.
What is the population of Garagaparru?
Garagaparru has a total population of 5,092, including 2,543 males and 2,549 females.
How many households are there in Garagaparru?
There are 1,477 households in Garagaparru.
What is the literacy rate in Garagaparru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garagaparru is 66.89%. Male literacy is 69.56% and female literacy is 64.22%.