Mycherlapalem - Chodavaram, Anakapalli
Mycherlapalem is a village situated in the Chodavaram mandal of Anakapalli district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from Chodavaram and around 62 km from Visakhapatnam. Mycherlapalem village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mycherlapalem is 586205. The village covers a total geographical area of 135 hectares and falls under the 531036 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Mycherlapalem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mycherlapalem
As per Census 2011, Mycherlapalem village has a total population of 953 people, consisting of 493 males and 460 females. The village has 224 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 122 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 424 literate and 529 illiterate residents. Additionally, 47 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mycherlapalem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 953 | 493 | 460 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 69 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 25 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 424 | 279 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 529 | 214 | 315 |
Nearby Villages of Mycherlapalem
Mycherlapalem is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Damunapalle | South-West | 1.10 km |
| Khandipalle | North-East | 1.75 km |
| Seetharampura Agraharam | West | 2.09 km |
| Venkayyagaripeta | South-East | 2.16 km |
| Chettupalle | North | 2.36 km |
| Laxmipuram | South-West | 2.51 km |
| Varahapura Agraharam | North-West | 2.72 km |
| Annavaram | South | 3.11 km |
| Narasayyapeta | South | 3.29 km |
| Dandi Suravaram | West | 3.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mycherlapalem
Mycherlapalem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Anakapalle, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Mycherlapalem is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Mycherlapalem is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mycherlapalem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mycherlapalem 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Mycherlapalem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mycherlapalem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mycherlapalem
Where is Mycherlapalem located?
Mycherlapalem village is located in Chodavaram Mandal, Anakapalli district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mycherlapalem?
Mycherlapalem is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mycherlapalem?
The pincode of Mycherlapalem is 531036.
What is the population of Mycherlapalem?
Mycherlapalem has a total population of 953, including 493 males and 460 females.
How many households are there in Mycherlapalem?
There are 224 households in Mycherlapalem.
What is the literacy rate in Mycherlapalem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mycherlapalem is 44.49%. Male literacy is 56.59% and female literacy is 31.52%.