Lingagudem - Gundala, Bhadradri Kothagudem
Lingagudem is a village situated in the Gundala mandal of Bhadradri Kothagudem district, Telangana. It is located approximately 8 km from Gundala and around 120 km from Khammam. Gundala serves as the Grama Panchayat for Lingagudem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lingagudem is 579403. The village covers a total geographical area of 3568 hectares and falls under the 507123 pincode. Yellandu is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Lingagudem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pinapaka Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahabubabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lingagudem
According to the 2011 Census, Lingagudem village had a total population of 2,487 people, including 1,199 males and 1,288 females, living in 645 households. The sex ratio was 1,074 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.34%, with male literacy at 49.76% and female literacy at 35.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 217, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,238.
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 | 2,487 | 1,199 | 1,288 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 319 | 174 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 217 | 112 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,238 | 1,069 | 1,169 |
| Literate Population | 918 | 510 | 408 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,569 | 689 | 880 |
Nearby Villages of Lingagudem
Lingagudem 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 Lingagudem
Lingagudem 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 Yellandu to Lingagudem is about 68 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Lingagudem is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lingagudem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lingagudem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lingagudem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lingagudem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lingagudem
Where is Lingagudem located?
Lingagudem village is located in Gundala Mandal, Bhadradri Kothagudem district, Telangana, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Lingagudem?
The Grama Panchayat of Lingagudem is Gundala.
What is the pincode of Lingagudem?
The pincode of Lingagudem is 507123.
What is the population of Lingagudem?
Lingagudem had a total population of 2,487, including 1,199 males and 1,288 females.
How many households are there in Lingagudem?
Lingagudem had 645 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lingagudem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lingagudem was 42.34%. Male literacy was 49.76% and female literacy was 35.70%.