Lingagudem - Penuballi, Khammam
Lingagudem is a village situated in the Penuballi mandal of Khammam district, Telangana. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Penuballi and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Khammam. Lingagudem village is a designated Grama Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lingagudem is 579575. The village covers a total geographical area of 2335 hectares and falls under the 507302 pincode. Kothagudem is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Lingagudem 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 Lingagudem
According to the 2011 Census, Lingagudem village had a total population of 2,489 people, including 1,257 males and 1,232 females, living in 690 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.65%, with male literacy at 67.97% and female literacy at 51.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 725, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 838.
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 | 2,489 | 1,257 | 1,232 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 204 | 105 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 725 | 362 | 363 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 838 | 420 | 418 |
| Literate Population | 1,363 | 783 | 580 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,126 | 474 | 652 |
Nearby Villages of Lingagudem
Lingagudem 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 Lingagudem
Lingagudem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kothagudem to Lingagudem is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Lingagudem is about 66 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 Lingagudem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lingagudem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lingagudem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lingagudem 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lingagudem
Where is Lingagudem located?
Lingagudem village is located in Penuballi Mandal, Khammam district, Telangana, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Lingagudem?
Lingagudem is its own Grama Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lingagudem?
The pincode of Lingagudem is 507302.
What is the population of Lingagudem?
Lingagudem had a total population of 2,489, including 1,257 males and 1,232 females.
How many households are there in Lingagudem?
Lingagudem had 690 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lingagudem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lingagudem was 59.65%. Male literacy was 67.97% and female literacy was 51.19%.