Aragidda - Ghattu, Jogulamba Gadwal
Aragidda is a village situated in the Ghattu mandal of Jogulamba Gadwal district, Telangana. It is located approximately 6 km from Ghattu and around 130 km from Mahbubnagar. Aragidda village is a designated Grama Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aragidda is 576267. The village covers a total geographical area of 1247 hectares and falls under the 509132 pincode. Gadwal is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Aragidda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Aragidda
According to the 2011 Census, Aragidda village had a total population of 3,883 people, including 1,965 males and 1,918 females, living in 745 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 40.26%, with male literacy at 50.97% and female literacy at 29.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 431, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 13.
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 | 3,883 | 1,965 | 1,918 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 639 | 317 | 322 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 431 | 237 | 194 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,306 | 840 | 466 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,577 | 1,125 | 1,452 |
Nearby Villages of Aragidda
Aragidda 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 Aragidda
Aragidda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Gadwal to Aragidda is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mahbubnagar to Aragidda is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Aragidda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aragidda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Aragidda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aragidda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Aragidda
Where is Aragidda located?
Aragidda village is located in Ghattu Mandal, Jogulamba Gadwal district, Telangana, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Aragidda?
Aragidda is its own Grama Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Aragidda?
The pincode of Aragidda is 509132.
What is the population of Aragidda?
Aragidda had a total population of 3,883, including 1,965 males and 1,918 females.
How many households are there in Aragidda?
Aragidda had 745 households.
What is the literacy rate in Aragidda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aragidda was 40.26%. Male literacy was 50.97% and female literacy was 29.20%.