Pulligudam - Mulchera, Gadchiroli
Pulligudam is a village situated in the Mulchera tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mulchera and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Bolepalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pulligudam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pulligudam is 539434. The village covers a total geographical area of 255.44 hectares and falls under the 442604 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 110 km away.
Pulligudam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pulligudam
As per Census 2011, Pulligudam village has a total population of 232 people, consisting of 115 males and 117 females. The village has 56 households and a sex ratio of 1,017 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 131 literate and 101 illiterate residents. Additionally, 87 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 143 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pulligudam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 232 | 115 | 117 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 19 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 87 | 39 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 143 | 75 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 131 | 72 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 43 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Pulligudam
Pulligudam 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 Pulligudam
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Pulligudam.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Pulligudam is about 110 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pulligudam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pulligudam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Pulligudam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pulligudam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pulligudam
Where is Pulligudam located?
Pulligudam village is located in Mulchera Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pulligudam?
The Gram Panchayat of Pulligudam is Bolepalli.
What is the pincode of Pulligudam?
The pincode of Pulligudam is 442604.
What is the population of Pulligudam?
Pulligudam has a total population of 232, including 115 males and 117 females.
How many households are there in Pulligudam?
There are 56 households in Pulligudam.
What is the literacy rate in Pulligudam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pulligudam is 56.47%. Male literacy is 62.61% and female literacy is 50.43%.