Mehba - Munchingi Puttu, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Mehba is a village situated in the Munchingi Puttu mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from Munchingi Puttu and around 288 km from Visakhapatnam. Makavaram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mehba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mehba is 583272. The village covers a total geographical area of 241 hectares and falls under the 531040 pincode. Jeypore(orissa) is the nearest town, located about 88 km away.
Mehba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mehba
According to the 2011 Census, Mehba village had a total population of 364 people, including 180 males and 184 females, living in 109 households. The sex ratio was 1,022 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.06%, with male literacy at 62.66% and female literacy at 28.31%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 364.
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 | 364 | 180 | 184 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 22 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 364 | 180 | 184 |
| Literate Population | 146 | 99 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 218 | 81 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Mehba
Mehba 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 Mehba
Mehba 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 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 Jeypore(orissa) to Mehba is about 88 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Mehba is about 288 km, with the usual travel time around ~8.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mehba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mehba village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Mehba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mehba 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mehba
Where is Mehba located?
Mehba village is located in Munchingi Puttu Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mehba?
The Gram Panchayat of Mehba is Makavaram.
What is the pincode of Mehba?
The pincode of Mehba is 531040.
What is the population of Mehba?
Mehba had a total population of 364, including 180 males and 184 females.
How many households are there in Mehba?
Mehba had 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mehba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mehba was 45.06%. Male literacy was 62.66% and female literacy was 28.31%.