Machchavanipalem - Ravikamatham, Anakapalli
Machchavanipalem is a village situated in the Ravikamatham mandal of Anakapalli district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from Ravikamatham and around 90 km from Visakhapatnam. Machavanipalem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machchavanipalem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machchavanipalem is 585857. The village covers a total geographical area of 240 hectares and falls under the 531114 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Machchavanipalem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Machchavanipalem
According to the 2011 Census, Machchavanipalem village had a total population of 1,194 people, including 581 males and 613 females, living in 324 households. The sex ratio was 1,055 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.73%, with male literacy at 57.85% and female literacy at 38.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 23.
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 | 1,194 | 581 | 613 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 59 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 516 | 302 | 214 |
| Illiterate Population | 678 | 279 | 399 |
Nearby Villages of Machchavanipalem
Machchavanipalem 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dondapudi | West | 2.21 km |
| Diddi | North-East | 3.39 km |
| Kothakota | South-West | 3.81 km |
| Jaggampeta | South | 4.75 km |
| Medivada | North-East | 5.16 km |
| Badanapadu | North-East | 5.50 km |
| Dharmavaram | West | 5.57 km |
| Guddipa | East | 5.75 km |
| Kanada | North-East | 5.81 km |
| Kanchugummala | West | 6.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Machchavanipalem
Machchavanipalem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bayyavaram, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Anakapalle to Machchavanipalem is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Machchavanipalem is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machchavanipalem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machchavanipalem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Machchavanipalem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machchavanipalem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Machchavanipalem
Where is Machchavanipalem located?
Machchavanipalem village is located in Ravikamatham Mandal, Anakapalli district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machchavanipalem?
The Gram Panchayat of Machchavanipalem is Machavanipalem.
What is the pincode of Machchavanipalem?
The pincode of Machchavanipalem is 531114.
What is the population of Machchavanipalem?
Machchavanipalem had a total population of 1,194, including 581 males and 613 females.
How many households are there in Machchavanipalem?
Machchavanipalem had 324 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machchavanipalem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machchavanipalem was 47.73%. Male literacy was 57.85% and female literacy was 38.28%.