Karaigudem - Penuballi, Khammam
Karaigudem is a village situated in the Penuballi mandal of Khammam district, Telangana. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Penuballi and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Khammam. Karaigudem village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karaigudem is 579589. The village covers a total geographical area of 1501 hectares and falls under the 507302 pincode. Kothagudem is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Karaigudem 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 Karaigudem
As per Census 2011, Karaigudem village has a total population of 3,968 people, consisting of 1,959 males and 2,009 females. The village has 1,117 households and a sex ratio of 1,025 females per 1,000 males. There are 323 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,144 literate and 1,824 illiterate residents. Additionally, 482 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 662 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karaigudem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,968 | 1,959 | 2,009 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 323 | 148 | 175 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 482 | 236 | 246 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 662 | 339 | 323 |
| Literate Population | 2,144 | 1,177 | 967 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,824 | 782 | 1,042 |
Nearby Villages of Karaigudem
Karaigudem 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 Karaigudem
Karaigudem 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 Kothagudem to Karaigudem is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Karaigudem is about 65 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 Karaigudem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karaigudem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karaigudem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karaigudem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karaigudem
Where is Karaigudem located?
Karaigudem village is located in Penuballi Mandal, Khammam district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karaigudem?
Karaigudem is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karaigudem?
The pincode of Karaigudem is 507302.
What is the population of Karaigudem?
Karaigudem has a total population of 3,968, including 1,959 males and 2,009 females.
How many households are there in Karaigudem?
There are 1,117 households in Karaigudem.
What is the literacy rate in Karaigudem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karaigudem is 54.03%. Male literacy is 60.08% and female literacy is 48.13%.