Muchukota - Peddapappur, Ananthapuramu
Muchukota is a village situated in the Peddapappur mandal of Ananthapuramu district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from Peddapappur and around 35 km from Anantapur. Muchukota village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Muchukota is 594841. The village covers a total geographical area of 3924 hectares and falls under the 515455 pincode. Tadpatri is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Muchukota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Muchukota
According to the 2011 Census, Muchukota village had a total population of 4,862 people, including 2,447 males and 2,415 females, living in 1,171 households. The sex ratio was 987 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.64%, with male literacy at 71.51% and female literacy at 49.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 964, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 11.
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 | 4,862 | 2,447 | 2,415 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 568 | 285 | 283 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 964 | 476 | 488 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 2,604 | 1,546 | 1,058 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,258 | 901 | 1,357 |
Nearby Villages of Muchukota
Muchukota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Surepalli | South-East | 4.39 km |
| Amalladinne | North-East | 5.16 km |
| Arakativemula | East | 5.26 km |
| Joolakalva | West | 5.57 km |
| Tabjula | North-West | 6.08 km |
| Venkatampalle | South | 6.16 km |
| Korivipalle | West | 6.38 km |
| Kadavakallu | South-East | 6.71 km |
| Chagallu | North | 6.81 km |
| Chintakunta | East | 7.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Muchukota
Muchukota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Komali, while the nearest airport is Kadapa Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tadpatri to Muchukota is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantapur to Muchukota is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Muchukota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Muchukota 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 Muchukota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Muchukota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Muchukota
Where is Muchukota located?
Muchukota village is located in Peddapappur Mandal, Ananthapuramu district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Muchukota?
Muchukota is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Muchukota?
The pincode of Muchukota is 515455.
What is the population of Muchukota?
Muchukota had a total population of 4,862, including 2,447 males and 2,415 females.
How many households are there in Muchukota?
Muchukota had 1,171 households.
What is the literacy rate in Muchukota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Muchukota was 60.64%. Male literacy was 71.51% and female literacy was 49.62%.