Gummaluru - Poduru, West Godavari
Gummaluru is a village situated in the Poduru mandal of West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Poduru and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Eluru. Gummuluru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gummaluru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gummaluru is 588709. The village covers a total geographical area of 202 hectares and falls under the 534267 pincode. Palacole is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Gummaluru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Achanta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Narsapuram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gummaluru
As per Census 2011, Gummaluru village has a total population of 5,889 people, consisting of 2,957 males and 2,932 females. The village has 1,686 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 513 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,422 literate and 1,467 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,033 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 47 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gummaluru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,889 | 2,957 | 2,932 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 513 | 272 | 241 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,033 | 1,037 | 996 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 24 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 4,422 | 2,322 | 2,100 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,467 | 635 | 832 |
Nearby Villages of Gummaluru
Gummaluru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ravipadu | South-East | 2.33 km |
| Achanta Vemavaram | North-East | 2.73 km |
| Penumadam | South-West | 2.96 km |
| Neredumilli | South | 3.36 km |
| Vaddiparru | East | 3.38 km |
| Miniminchilipadu | North | 3.45 km |
| Poduru | North-West | 4.16 km |
| Penumarru | South-East | 4.32 km |
| Mettaparru | West | 4.52 km |
| Medapadu | South | 5.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gummaluru
Gummaluru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Palakollu, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.8 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 Palacole to Gummaluru is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Eluru to Gummaluru is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gummaluru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gummaluru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gummaluru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gummaluru 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gummaluru
Where is Gummaluru located?
Gummaluru village is located in Poduru Mandal, West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gummaluru?
The Gram Panchayat of Gummaluru is Gummuluru.
What is the pincode of Gummaluru?
The pincode of Gummaluru is 534267.
What is the population of Gummaluru?
Gummaluru has a total population of 5,889, including 2,957 males and 2,932 females.
How many households are there in Gummaluru?
There are 1,686 households in Gummaluru.
What is the literacy rate in Gummaluru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gummaluru is 75.09%. Male literacy is 78.53% and female literacy is 71.62%.