Medicherla - K.Kotapadu, Anakapalli
Medicherla is a village situated in the K.Kotapadu mandal of Anakapalli district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from K.kotapadu and around 50 km from Visakhapatnam. Medicherla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Medicherla is 586014. The village covers a total geographical area of 662 hectares and falls under the 531034 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Medicherla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Medicherla
As per Census 2011, Medicherla village has a total population of 1,432 people, consisting of 681 males and 751 females. The village has 429 households and a sex ratio of 1,102 females per 1,000 males. There are 112 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 806 literate and 626 illiterate residents. Additionally, 106 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Medicherla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,432 | 681 | 751 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 61 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 106 | 51 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 806 | 481 | 325 |
| Illiterate Population | 626 | 200 | 426 |
Nearby Villages of Medicherla
Medicherla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Alamanda Bheemavaram | North-West | 1.70 km |
| Rongalinaidupalle | South-West | 2.03 km |
| Kothapenta | North-West | 2.21 km |
| Alamandakoduru | North | 2.94 km |
| Gondupalem | South | 3.23 km |
| Paidampeta | South-West | 3.42 km |
| Mulakalapalle | West | 3.44 km |
| Singannadorapalem | East | 3.71 km |
| Alamanda | North-West | 4.16 km |
| Vechalam | West | 4.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Medicherla
Medicherla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kottavalasa, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Medicherla is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Medicherla is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Medicherla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Medicherla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Medicherla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Medicherla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Medicherla
Where is Medicherla located?
Medicherla village is located in K.Kotapadu Mandal, Anakapalli district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Medicherla?
Medicherla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Medicherla?
The pincode of Medicherla is 531034.
What is the population of Medicherla?
Medicherla has a total population of 1,432, including 681 males and 751 females.
How many households are there in Medicherla?
There are 429 households in Medicherla.
What is the literacy rate in Medicherla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Medicherla is 56.28%. Male literacy is 70.63% and female literacy is 43.28%.