Garikapadu - Wyra, Khammam
Garikapadu is a village situated in the Wyra mandal of Khammam district, Telangana. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Wyra and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Khammam. Garikapadu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garikapadu is 579828. The village covers a total geographical area of 624 hectares and falls under the 507165 pincode. Khammam is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Garikapadu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wyra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khammam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garikapadu
As per Census 2011, Garikapadu village has a total population of 1,824 people, consisting of 939 males and 885 females. The village has 491 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 173 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,056 literate and 768 illiterate residents. Additionally, 670 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garikapadu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,824 | 939 | 885 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 173 | 100 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 670 | 353 | 317 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,056 | 604 | 452 |
| Illiterate Population | 768 | 335 | 433 |
Nearby Villages of Garikapadu
Garikapadu 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 Garikapadu
Garikapadu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Khammam to Garikapadu is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garikapadu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garikapadu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Garikapadu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garikapadu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garikapadu
Where is Garikapadu located?
Garikapadu village is located in Wyra Mandal, Khammam district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garikapadu?
Garikapadu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Garikapadu?
The pincode of Garikapadu is 507165.
What is the population of Garikapadu?
Garikapadu has a total population of 1,824, including 939 males and 885 females.
How many households are there in Garikapadu?
There are 491 households in Garikapadu.
What is the literacy rate in Garikapadu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garikapadu is 57.89%. Male literacy is 64.32% and female literacy is 51.07%.