Goraganamudi - Palacoderu, West Godavari
Goraganamudi is a village situated in the Palacoderu mandal of West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palacoderu and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Eluru. Goraganamudi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Goraganamudi is 588634. The village covers a total geographical area of 353 hectares and falls under the 534244 pincode. Bhimavaram is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Goraganamudi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Goraganamudi
As per Census 2011, Goraganamudi village has a total population of 2,122 people, consisting of 1,069 males and 1,053 females. The village has 606 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 183 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,629 literate and 493 illiterate residents. Additionally, 696 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Goraganamudi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,122 | 1,069 | 1,053 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 183 | 93 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 696 | 363 | 333 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,629 | 851 | 778 |
| Illiterate Population | 493 | 218 | 275 |
Nearby Villages of Goraganamudi
Goraganamudi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pennada Agraharam | East | 0.82 km |
| Vissakoderu | North-West | 1.04 km |
| Srungavruksham | East | 2.30 km |
| Kumudavalli | West | 3.23 km |
| Vendra | North | 3.74 km |
| Palakoderu | North-West | 4.62 km |
| Taderu | South-West | 4.98 km |
| Vendra Agraharam | North-East | 4.99 km |
| Veeravasaram | South-East | 5.19 km |
| Mogallu | North | 5.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Goraganamudi
Goraganamudi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pennada Agraharam, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhimavaram to Goraganamudi is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Eluru to Goraganamudi is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Goraganamudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Goraganamudi 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 Goraganamudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Goraganamudi 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 Goraganamudi
Where is Goraganamudi located?
Goraganamudi village is located in Palacoderu Mandal, West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Goraganamudi?
Goraganamudi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Goraganamudi?
The pincode of Goraganamudi is 534244.
What is the population of Goraganamudi?
Goraganamudi has a total population of 2,122, including 1,069 males and 1,053 females.
How many households are there in Goraganamudi?
There are 606 households in Goraganamudi.
What is the literacy rate in Goraganamudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Goraganamudi is 76.77%. Male literacy is 79.61% and female literacy is 73.88%.