Arugolanu - Tadepalligudem, West Godavari
Arugolanu is a village situated in the Tadepalligudem mandal of West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tadepalligudem and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Eluru. Arugolanu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arugolanu is 588330. The village covers a total geographical area of 1935 hectares and falls under the 534146 pincode. Tadepallegudem is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Arugolanu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Arugolanu
As per Census 2011, Arugolanu village has a total population of 10,580 people, consisting of 5,644 males and 4,936 females. The village has 2,940 households and a sex ratio of 874 females per 1,000 males. There are 970 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,583 literate and 3,997 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,815 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 44 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Arugolanu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,580 | 5,644 | 4,936 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 970 | 488 | 482 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,815 | 1,143 | 672 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 44 | 28 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 6,583 | 3,601 | 2,982 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,997 | 2,043 | 1,954 |
Nearby Villages of Arugolanu
Arugolanu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Prathipadu | South | 3.53 km |
| Nawabpalem | South-East | 3.56 km |
| Krishnayapalem | South-East | 4.06 km |
| Jagannadhapuram | North-East | 4.10 km |
| Kondruprolu | West | 5.11 km |
| Madhavaram | North | 5.12 km |
| Arulla | East | 5.13 km |
| Alampuram | South | 5.32 km |
| Racharla | South | 5.47 km |
| Konala | South-East | 5.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Arugolanu
Arugolanu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Prattiapadu, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.2 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 Tadepallegudem to Arugolanu is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Eluru to Arugolanu 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 Arugolanu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arugolanu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Arugolanu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arugolanu 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 Arugolanu
Where is Arugolanu located?
Arugolanu village is located in Tadepalligudem Mandal, West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arugolanu?
Arugolanu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Arugolanu?
The pincode of Arugolanu is 534146.
What is the population of Arugolanu?
Arugolanu has a total population of 10,580, including 5,644 males and 4,936 females.
How many households are there in Arugolanu?
There are 2,940 households in Arugolanu.
What is the literacy rate in Arugolanu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arugolanu is 62.22%. Male literacy is 63.80% and female literacy is 60.41%.