Lachigudem - Dummugudem, Bhadradri Kothagudem
Lachigudem is a village situated in the Dummugudem mandal of Bhadradri Kothagudem district, Telangana. It is located approximately 38 km from Dummugudem and around 158 km from Khammam. Lachigudem village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lachigudem is 579003. The village covers a total geographical area of 267 hectares and falls under the 507137 pincode. Manuguru is the nearest town, located about 78 km away.
Lachigudem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhadrachelam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahabubabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lachigudem
As per Census 2011, Lachigudem village has a total population of 781 people, consisting of 388 males and 393 females. The village has 179 households and a sex ratio of 1,012 females per 1,000 males. There are 82 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 339 literate and 442 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 768 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lachigudem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 781 | 388 | 393 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 41 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 768 | 379 | 389 |
| Literate Population | 339 | 200 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 442 | 188 | 254 |
Nearby Villages of Lachigudem
Lachigudem 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 Lachigudem
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Lachigudem.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Manuguru to Lachigudem is about 78 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Lachigudem is about 158 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lachigudem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lachigudem 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 Lachigudem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lachigudem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lachigudem
Where is Lachigudem located?
Lachigudem village is located in Dummugudem Mandal, Bhadradri Kothagudem district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lachigudem?
Lachigudem is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lachigudem?
The pincode of Lachigudem is 507137.
What is the population of Lachigudem?
Lachigudem has a total population of 781, including 388 males and 393 females.
How many households are there in Lachigudem?
There are 179 households in Lachigudem.
What is the literacy rate in Lachigudem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lachigudem is 43.41%. Male literacy is 51.55% and female literacy is 35.37%.