Gollagudem - Yetapaka, Polavaram
Gollagudem is a village situated in the Yetapaka mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from Bhadrachalam and around 135 km from Khammam. Tripura Penta Veedu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gollagudem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gollagudem is 579066. The village covers a total geographical area of 1036 hectares and falls under the 533352 pincode. Palwancha is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Gollagudem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gollagudem
As per Census 2011, Gollagudem village has a total population of 490 people, consisting of 234 males and 256 females. The village has 145 households and a sex ratio of 1,094 females per 1,000 males. There are 53 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 257 literate and 233 illiterate residents. Additionally, 59 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gollagudem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 490 | 234 | 256 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 24 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 26 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 257 | 136 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 233 | 98 | 135 |
Nearby Villages of Gollagudem
Gollagudem 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 Gollagudem
Gollagudem 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 Palwancha to Gollagudem is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Gollagudem is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gollagudem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gollagudem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gollagudem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gollagudem 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gollagudem
Where is Gollagudem located?
Gollagudem village is located in Yetapaka Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gollagudem?
The Gram Panchayat of Gollagudem is Tripura Penta Veedu.
What is the pincode of Gollagudem?
The pincode of Gollagudem is 533352.
What is the population of Gollagudem?
Gollagudem has a total population of 490, including 234 males and 256 females.
How many households are there in Gollagudem?
There are 145 households in Gollagudem.
What is the literacy rate in Gollagudem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gollagudem is 52.45%. Male literacy is 58.12% and female literacy is 47.27%.