Gaddapaka - Shankarapatnam, Karimnagar
Gaddapaka is a village situated in the Shankarapatnam mandal of Karimnagar district, Telangana. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shankarapatnam and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Karimnagar. Ambedkar Nagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gaddapaka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gaddapaka is 572563. The village covers a total geographical area of 811 hectares and falls under the 505470 pincode. Karimnagar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Gaddapaka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gaddapaka
As per Census 2011, Gaddapaka village has a total population of 2,120 people, consisting of 1,082 males and 1,038 females. The village has 588 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 173 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,226 literate and 894 illiterate residents. Additionally, 607 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 24 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gaddapaka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,120 | 1,082 | 1,038 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 173 | 90 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 607 | 315 | 292 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 15 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 1,226 | 721 | 505 |
| Illiterate Population | 894 | 361 | 533 |
Nearby Villages of Gaddapaka
Gaddapaka 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 Gaddapaka
Gaddapaka 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karimnagar to Gaddapaka is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gaddapaka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gaddapaka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gaddapaka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gaddapaka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gaddapaka
Where is Gaddapaka located?
Gaddapaka village is located in Shankarapatnam Mandal, Karimnagar district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gaddapaka?
The Gram Panchayat of Gaddapaka is Ambedkar Nagar.
What is the pincode of Gaddapaka?
The pincode of Gaddapaka is 505470.
What is the population of Gaddapaka?
Gaddapaka has a total population of 2,120, including 1,082 males and 1,038 females.
How many households are there in Gaddapaka?
There are 588 households in Gaddapaka.
What is the literacy rate in Gaddapaka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gaddapaka is 57.83%. Male literacy is 66.64% and female literacy is 48.65%.