Gudam - Dandepally, Mancherial
Gudam is a village situated in the Dandepally mandal of Mancherial district, Telangana. It is located approximately 8 km from Dandepalle and around 120 km from Adilabad. Gudem serves as the Grama Panchayat for Gudam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gudam is 570488. The village covers a total geographical area of 900 hectares and falls under the 504215 pincode. Mancherial is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Gudam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gudam
According to the 2011 Census, Gudam village had a total population of 2,593 people, including 1,274 males and 1,319 females, living in 707 households. The sex ratio was 1,035 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.95%, with male literacy at 69.48% and female literacy at 45.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 338.
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 | 2,593 | 1,274 | 1,319 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 284 | 150 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 338 | 166 | 172 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,315 | 781 | 534 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,278 | 493 | 785 |
Nearby Villages of Gudam
Gudam 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 Gudam
Gudam 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mancherial to Gudam is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Adilabad to Gudam is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gudam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gudam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gudam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gudam 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gudam
Where is Gudam located?
Gudam village is located in Dandepally Mandal, Mancherial district, Telangana, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Gudam?
The Grama Panchayat of Gudam is Gudem.
What is the pincode of Gudam?
The pincode of Gudam is 504215.
What is the population of Gudam?
Gudam had a total population of 2,593, including 1,274 males and 1,319 females.
How many households are there in Gudam?
Gudam had 707 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gudam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gudam was 56.95%. Male literacy was 69.48% and female literacy was 45.06%.