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. Kotha Karaigudem serves as the Grama Panchayat for Karaigudem village.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Karaigudem village had a total population of 3,968 people, including 1,959 males and 2,009 females, living in 1,117 households. The sex ratio was 1,026 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.82%, with male literacy at 64.99% and female literacy at 52.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 482, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 662.
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 | 3,968 | 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 Grama Panchayat of Karaigudem?
The Grama Panchayat of Karaigudem is Kotha Karaigudem.
What is the pincode of Karaigudem?
The pincode of Karaigudem is 507302.
What is the population of Karaigudem?
Karaigudem had a total population of 3,968, including 1,959 males and 2,009 females.
How many households are there in Karaigudem?
Karaigudem had 1,117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karaigudem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karaigudem was 58.82%. Male literacy was 64.99% and female literacy was 52.73%.