Sidhantham - Penugonda, West Godavari
Sidhantham is a village situated in the Penugonda mandal of West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Penugonda and around 92 km from the district headquarters in Eluru. Dongaravipalem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sidhantham village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sidhantham is 588676. The village covers a total geographical area of 1072 hectares and falls under the 534326 pincode. Tanuku is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sidhantham village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sidhantham
As per Census 2011, Sidhantham village has a total population of 13,188 people, consisting of 6,716 males and 6,472 females. The village has 3,519 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,322 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 9,042 literate and 4,146 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,391 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 125 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sidhantham are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 13,188 | 6,716 | 6,472 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,322 | 702 | 620 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,391 | 1,247 | 1,144 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 125 | 66 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 9,042 | 4,880 | 4,162 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,146 | 1,836 | 2,310 |
Nearby Villages of Sidhantham
Sidhantham 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vadali | West | 2.42 km |
| Ramannapalem | South-West | 2.48 km |
| Ilaparru | South-East | 2.59 km |
| Pittalavemavaram | North-West | 3.31 km |
| Gopalapuram | North-East | 3.46 km |
| Venkatramapuram | South-West | 4.19 km |
| Munamarru | South-West | 4.24 km |
| Tamarada | South-West | 4.40 km |
| Mummidivarappadu | North-East | 4.49 km |
| Malleswaram | North-West | 4.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sidhantham
Sidhantham is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Velpuru, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tanuku to Sidhantham is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Eluru to Sidhantham is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sidhantham
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sidhantham village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sidhantham
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sidhantham 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sidhantham
Where is Sidhantham located?
Sidhantham village is located in Penugonda Mandal, West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sidhantham?
The Gram Panchayat of Sidhantham is Dongaravipalem.
What is the pincode of Sidhantham?
The pincode of Sidhantham is 534326.
What is the population of Sidhantham?
Sidhantham has a total population of 13,188, including 6,716 males and 6,472 females.
How many households are there in Sidhantham?
There are 3,519 households in Sidhantham.
What is the literacy rate in Sidhantham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sidhantham is 68.56%. Male literacy is 72.66% and female literacy is 64.31%.