Monjuguda - Munchingi Puttu, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Monjuguda is a village situated in the Munchingi Puttu mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from Munchingi Puttu and around 250 km from Visakhapatnam. Laxmipuram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Monjuguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Monjuguda is 583320. The village covers a total geographical area of 194 hectares and falls under the 531040 pincode. Jeypore(orissa) is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Monjuguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Monjuguda
According to the 2011 Census, Monjuguda village had a total population of 156 people, including 70 males and 86 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 1,229 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 15.04%, with male literacy at 14.29% and female literacy at 15.71%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 156.
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 | 156 | 70 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 7 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 156 | 70 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 136 | 61 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Monjuguda
Monjuguda 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 Monjuguda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Monjuguda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Jeypore(orissa) to Monjuguda is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Monjuguda is about 250 km, with the usual travel time around ~7.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Monjuguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Monjuguda 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Monjuguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Monjuguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Monjuguda
Where is Monjuguda located?
Monjuguda village is located in Munchingi Puttu Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Monjuguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Monjuguda is Laxmipuram.
What is the pincode of Monjuguda?
The pincode of Monjuguda is 531040.
What is the population of Monjuguda?
Monjuguda had a total population of 156, including 70 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Monjuguda?
Monjuguda had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Monjuguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Monjuguda was 15.04%. Male literacy was 14.29% and female literacy was 15.71%.