Marela - Hukumpeta, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Marela is a village situated in the Hukumpeta mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from Hukumpeta and around 149 km from Visakhapatnam. Kotnapalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Marela village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Marela is 584472. The village covers a total geographical area of 131 hectares and falls under the 531077 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 95 km away.
Marela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Marela
According to the 2011 Census, Marela village had a total population of 251 people, including 127 males and 124 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.73%, with male literacy at 52.21% and female literacy at 27.03%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 249.
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 | 251 | 127 | 124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 249 | 127 | 122 |
| Literate Population | 89 | 59 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 162 | 68 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Marela
Marela 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 Marela
Marela is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Anakapalle to Marela is about 95 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Marela is about 149 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Marela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Marela village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Marela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Marela village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Marela
Where is Marela located?
Marela village is located in Hukumpeta Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Marela?
The Gram Panchayat of Marela is Kotnapalli.
What is the pincode of Marela?
The pincode of Marela is 531077.
What is the population of Marela?
Marela had a total population of 251, including 127 males and 124 females.
How many households are there in Marela?
Marela had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Marela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Marela was 39.73%. Male literacy was 52.21% and female literacy was 27.03%.