Kommugudem - Tadepalligudem, West Godavari
Kommugudem is a village situated in the Tadepalligudem mandal of West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tadepalligudem and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Eluru. Kommugudem village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kommugudem is 588321. The village covers a total geographical area of 1368 hectares and falls under the 534102 pincode. Tadepallegudem is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Kommugudem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kommugudem
As per Census 2011, Kommugudem village has a total population of 5,074 people, consisting of 2,531 males and 2,543 females. The village has 1,460 households and a sex ratio of 1,004 females per 1,000 males. There are 549 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,987 literate and 2,087 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,974 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kommugudem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,074 | 2,531 | 2,543 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 549 | 266 | 283 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,974 | 969 | 1,005 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,987 | 1,509 | 1,478 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,087 | 1,022 | 1,065 |
Nearby Villages of Kommugudem
Kommugudem 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Medipalle | East | 2.54 km |
| Kunavaram | West | 3.56 km |
| Veerampalem | North-West | 3.60 km |
| Ammepalle | North-East | 3.73 km |
| Kadiyedda | South | 4.15 km |
| Korumamidi | East | 4.25 km |
| Apparaopeta | South-East | 4.50 km |
| Tyajampudi | North | 4.81 km |
| Kurukuru | North | 5.26 km |
| Jaggannapeta | South-West | 5.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kommugudem
Kommugudem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Badampudi, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tadepallegudem to Kommugudem is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Eluru to Kommugudem is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kommugudem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kommugudem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kommugudem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kommugudem 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 Kommugudem
Where is Kommugudem located?
Kommugudem village is located in Tadepalligudem Mandal, West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kommugudem?
Kommugudem is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kommugudem?
The pincode of Kommugudem is 534102.
What is the population of Kommugudem?
Kommugudem has a total population of 5,074, including 2,531 males and 2,543 females.
How many households are there in Kommugudem?
There are 1,460 households in Kommugudem.
What is the literacy rate in Kommugudem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kommugudem is 58.87%. Male literacy is 59.62% and female literacy is 58.12%.