Ganugapadu - Chandrugonda, Bhadradri Kothagudem
Ganugapadu is a village situated in the Chandrugonda mandal of Bhadradri Kothagudem district, Telangana. It is located approximately 15 km from Chandrugonda and around 80 km from Khammam. Ganugapadu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganugapadu is 579484. The village covers a total geographical area of 1570 hectares and falls under the 507120 pincode. Kothagudem is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Ganugapadu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Aswaraopeta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khammam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ganugapadu
As per Census 2011, Ganugapadu village has a total population of 3,464 people, consisting of 1,751 males and 1,713 females. The village has 955 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 343 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,639 literate and 1,825 illiterate residents. Additionally, 468 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,509 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ganugapadu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,464 | 1,751 | 1,713 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 343 | 170 | 173 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 468 | 248 | 220 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,509 | 740 | 769 |
| Literate Population | 1,639 | 966 | 673 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,825 | 785 | 1,040 |
Nearby Villages of Ganugapadu
Ganugapadu 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 Ganugapadu
Ganugapadu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kothagudem to Ganugapadu is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Ganugapadu is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ganugapadu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganugapadu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ganugapadu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganugapadu 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 Ganugapadu
Where is Ganugapadu located?
Ganugapadu village is located in Chandrugonda Mandal, Bhadradri Kothagudem district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ganugapadu?
Ganugapadu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ganugapadu?
The pincode of Ganugapadu is 507120.
What is the population of Ganugapadu?
Ganugapadu has a total population of 3,464, including 1,751 males and 1,713 females.
How many households are there in Ganugapadu?
There are 955 households in Ganugapadu.
What is the literacy rate in Ganugapadu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganugapadu is 47.32%. Male literacy is 55.17% and female literacy is 39.29%.