Murugu Cheruvu - Munchingi Puttu, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Murugu Cheruvu is a village situated in the Munchingi Puttu mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from Munchingi Puttu and around 180 km from Visakhapatnam. Yenugurai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murugu Cheruvu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murugu Cheruvu is 583537. The village covers a total geographical area of 91 hectares and falls under the 531040 pincode. Jeypore(orissa) is the nearest town, located about 104 km away.
Murugu Cheruvu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Murugu Cheruvu
As per Census 2011, Murugu Cheruvu village has a total population of 20 people, consisting of 11 males and 9 females. The village has 7 households and a sex ratio of 818 females per 1,000 males. There are 2 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 13 literate and 7 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Murugu Cheruvu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 7 | 4 | 3 |
Nearby Villages of Murugu Cheruvu
Murugu Cheruvu 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 Murugu Cheruvu
Murugu Cheruvu is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Murugu Cheruvu is about 104 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Murugu Cheruvu is about 180 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murugu Cheruvu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murugu Cheruvu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Murugu Cheruvu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murugu Cheruvu 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Murugu Cheruvu
Where is Murugu Cheruvu located?
Murugu Cheruvu village is located in Munchingi Puttu Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murugu Cheruvu?
The Gram Panchayat of Murugu Cheruvu is Yenugurai.
What is the pincode of Murugu Cheruvu?
The pincode of Murugu Cheruvu is 531040.
What is the population of Murugu Cheruvu?
Murugu Cheruvu has a total population of 20, including 11 males and 9 females.
How many households are there in Murugu Cheruvu?
There are 7 households in Murugu Cheruvu.
What is the literacy rate in Murugu Cheruvu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murugu Cheruvu is 65.00%. Male literacy is 63.64% and female literacy is 66.67%.