Gollagudem - Penuballi, Khammam
Gollagudem is a village situated in the Penuballi mandal of Khammam district, Telangana. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Penuballi and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Khammam. Lankapalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gollagudem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gollagudem is 579587. The village covers a total geographical area of 929 hectares and falls under the 507302 pincode. Sathupalle is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Gollagudem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sathupalli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khammam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gollagudem
As per Census 2011, Gollagudem village has a total population of 972 people, consisting of 466 males and 506 females. The village has 256 households and a sex ratio of 1,085 females per 1,000 males. There are 98 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 577 literate and 395 illiterate residents. Additionally, 360 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 42 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gollagudem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 972 | 466 | 506 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 35 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 360 | 168 | 192 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 25 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 577 | 313 | 264 |
| Illiterate Population | 395 | 153 | 242 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gollagudem.
| 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 Sathupalle to Gollagudem is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Gollagudem is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 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 >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >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 >10 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 Penuballi Mandal, Khammam district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gollagudem?
The Gram Panchayat of Gollagudem is Lankapalli.
What is the pincode of Gollagudem?
The pincode of Gollagudem is 507302.
What is the population of Gollagudem?
Gollagudem has a total population of 972, including 466 males and 506 females.
How many households are there in Gollagudem?
There are 256 households in Gollagudem.
What is the literacy rate in Gollagudem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gollagudem is 59.36%. Male literacy is 67.17% and female literacy is 52.17%.