Mungerlapalem - Golugonda, Anakapalli
Mungerlapalem is a village situated in the Golugonda mandal of Anakapalli district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from Golugonda and around 93 km from Visakhapatnam. Yetigairampeta serves as the Grama Panchayat for Mungerlapalem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mungerlapalem is 585772. The village covers a total geographical area of 559 hectares and falls under the 531118 pincode. Tuni is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Mungerlapalem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mungerlapalem
According to the 2011 Census, Mungerlapalem village had a total population of 1,303 people, including 650 males and 653 females, living in 377 households. The sex ratio was 1,005 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.39%, with male literacy at 63.59% and female literacy at 41.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 45, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 391.
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 | 1,303 | 650 | 653 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 76 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 19 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 391 | 189 | 202 |
| Literate Population | 614 | 365 | 249 |
| Illiterate Population | 689 | 285 | 404 |
Nearby Villages of Mungerlapalem
Mungerlapalem 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Seethakandi | West | 1.53 km |
| Mokhasa Kothapatnam | North | 1.85 km |
| Pakalapadu | South | 2.17 km |
| Yerrabhupalapatnam | North-East | 2.56 km |
| Pedapeta | North | 3.08 km |
| Butchampeta | East | 3.52 km |
| Koruprolu | North | 3.69 km |
| Gangavaram | North-East | 3.96 km |
| Gabbada | South-East | 4.05 km |
| Ratnampeta | North-East | 4.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mungerlapalem
Mungerlapalem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Regupalem, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Tuni to Mungerlapalem is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Mungerlapalem is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mungerlapalem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mungerlapalem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mungerlapalem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mungerlapalem 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mungerlapalem
Where is Mungerlapalem located?
Mungerlapalem village is located in Golugonda Mandal, Anakapalli district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Mungerlapalem?
The Grama Panchayat of Mungerlapalem is Yetigairampeta.
What is the pincode of Mungerlapalem?
The pincode of Mungerlapalem is 531118.
What is the population of Mungerlapalem?
Mungerlapalem had a total population of 1,303, including 650 males and 653 females.
How many households are there in Mungerlapalem?
Mungerlapalem had 377 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mungerlapalem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mungerlapalem was 52.39%. Male literacy was 63.59% and female literacy was 41.64%.