Gudigudam - Aheri, Gadchiroli
Gudigudam is a village situated in the Aheri tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aheri and around 143 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Timram S. serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gudigudam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gudigudam is 539909. The village covers a total geographical area of 351 hectares and falls under the 442709 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 143 km away.
Gudigudam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gudigudam
As per Census 2011, Gudigudam village has a total population of 1,316 people, consisting of 665 males and 651 females. The village has 226 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 86 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 885 literate and 431 illiterate residents. Additionally, 128 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,020 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gudigudam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,316 | 665 | 651 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 46 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 128 | 59 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,020 | 517 | 503 |
| Literate Population | 885 | 482 | 403 |
| Illiterate Population | 431 | 183 | 248 |
Nearby Villages of Gudigudam
Gudigudam is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gudigudam
Public transport in the Gudigudam is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Gadchiroli to Gudigudam is about 143 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gudigudam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gudigudam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gudigudam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gudigudam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gudigudam
Where is Gudigudam located?
Gudigudam village is located in Aheri Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gudigudam?
The Gram Panchayat of Gudigudam is Timram S..
What is the pincode of Gudigudam?
The pincode of Gudigudam is 442709.
What is the population of Gudigudam?
Gudigudam has a total population of 1,316, including 665 males and 651 females.
How many households are there in Gudigudam?
There are 226 households in Gudigudam.
What is the literacy rate in Gudigudam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gudigudam is 67.25%. Male literacy is 72.48% and female literacy is 61.90%.