Gandikamaram - Mutharam Mahadevpur, Jayashankar Bhupalapally
Gandikamaram is a village situated in the Mutharam Mahadevpur mandal of Jayashankar Bhupalapally district, Telangana. It is located approximately 21 km from Mutharam (mahadevpur) and around 139 km from Karimnagar. Gandikamaram village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gandikamaram is 571918. The village covers a total geographical area of 5754 hectares and falls under the 505503 pincode. Ramagundam is the nearest town, located about 67 km away.
Gandikamaram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gandikamaram
As per Census 2011, Gandikamaram village has a total population of 839 people, consisting of 370 males and 469 females. The village has 196 households and a sex ratio of 1,267 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 380 literate and 459 illiterate residents. Additionally, 37 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 120 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gandikamaram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 839 | 370 | 469 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 24 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 21 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 120 | 66 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 380 | 211 | 169 |
| Illiterate Population | 459 | 159 | 300 |
Nearby Villages of Gandikamaram
Gandikamaram 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 Gandikamaram
Gandikamaram 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramagundam to Gandikamaram is about 67 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Karimnagar to Gandikamaram is about 139 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gandikamaram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gandikamaram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gandikamaram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gandikamaram 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 Gandikamaram
Where is Gandikamaram located?
Gandikamaram village is located in Mutharam Mahadevpur Mandal, Jayashankar Bhupalapally district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gandikamaram?
Gandikamaram is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gandikamaram?
The pincode of Gandikamaram is 505503.
What is the population of Gandikamaram?
Gandikamaram has a total population of 839, including 370 males and 469 females.
How many households are there in Gandikamaram?
There are 196 households in Gandikamaram.
What is the literacy rate in Gandikamaram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gandikamaram is 45.29%. Male literacy is 57.03% and female literacy is 36.03%.