Dhodium - Mylavaram, Y.S.R. Kadapa
Dhodium is a village situated in the Mylavaram mandal of Y.S.R. Kadapa district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from Mylavaram and around 105 km from Kadapa. Dodium serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhodium village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhodium is 592832. The village covers a total geographical area of 4181 hectares and falls under the 516432 pincode. Jammalamadugu is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Dhodium village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dhodium
As per Census 2011, Dhodium village has a total population of 1,426 people, consisting of 734 males and 692 females. The village has 354 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 152 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 619 literate and 807 illiterate residents. Additionally, 82 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhodium are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,426 | 734 | 692 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 89 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 45 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 619 | 402 | 217 |
| Illiterate Population | 807 | 332 | 475 |
Nearby Villages of Dhodium
Dhodium 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nakkavanipalle | North-West | 2.26 km |
| Ramachandrayapalle | East | 3.62 km |
| Murapandi | North-West | 5.17 km |
| Malameedi Kambala Dinne | South-East | 5.77 km |
| Dhannavada | North | 6.05 km |
| Vaddirala | North-East | 6.58 km |
| Kona Annathapuram | East | 6.83 km |
| Koppolu | South-West | 7.05 km |
| Erragudi | North | 7.51 km |
| Ponnampalle | East | 7.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhodium
Dhodium is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Regadipalli, while the nearest airport is Kadapa Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jammalamadugu to Dhodium is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kadapa to Dhodium is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhodium
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhodium village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhodium
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhodium 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 Dhodium
Where is Dhodium located?
Dhodium village is located in Mylavaram Mandal, Y.S.R. Kadapa district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhodium?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhodium is Dodium.
What is the pincode of Dhodium?
The pincode of Dhodium is 516432.
What is the population of Dhodium?
Dhodium has a total population of 1,426, including 734 males and 692 females.
How many households are there in Dhodium?
There are 354 households in Dhodium.
What is the literacy rate in Dhodium?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhodium is 43.41%. Male literacy is 54.77% and female literacy is 31.36%.