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
According to the 2011 Census, Dhodium village had a total population of 1,426 people, including 734 males and 692 females, living in 354 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.59%, with male literacy at 62.33% and female literacy at 34.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 82, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 had a total population of 1,426, including 734 males and 692 females.
How many households are there in Dhodium?
Dhodium had 354 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhodium?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhodium was 48.59%. Male literacy was 62.33% and female literacy was 34.50%.