Molakathalla - Peddavaduguru, Ananthapuramu
Molakathalla is a village situated in the Peddavaduguru mandal of Ananthapuramu district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from Peddavadugur and around 57 km from Anantapur. Chitrachedu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Molakathalla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Molakathalla is 594784. The village covers a total geographical area of 1038 hectares and falls under the 515611 pincode. Guntakal is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Molakathalla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Molakathalla
According to the 2011 Census, Molakathalla village had a total population of 1,049 people, including 542 males and 507 females, living in 256 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.65%, with male literacy at 62.42% and female literacy at 40.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7.
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 | 1,049 | 542 | 507 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 63 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 485 | 299 | 186 |
| Illiterate Population | 564 | 243 | 321 |
Nearby Villages of Molakathalla
Molakathalla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Devanuppalapadu | East | 2.89 km |
| Chitrachedu | North-West | 2.93 km |
| Nidhanawada | South-West | 3.54 km |
| Puppala | North-East | 4.92 km |
| Chinnayakkaluru | East | 5.27 km |
| Anandaraopeta | South-West | 5.30 km |
| Rachepalle | South | 5.49 km |
| Chitturu | North-West | 5.74 km |
| Ullikallu | South-East | 6.28 km |
| Kandlaguduru | North-West | 6.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Molakathalla
Molakathalla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vemulapadu, while the nearest airport is Bellary Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Guntakal to Molakathalla is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anantapur to Molakathalla is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Molakathalla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Molakathalla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Molakathalla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Molakathalla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Molakathalla
Where is Molakathalla located?
Molakathalla village is located in Peddavaduguru Mandal, Ananthapuramu district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Molakathalla?
The Gram Panchayat of Molakathalla is Chitrachedu.
What is the pincode of Molakathalla?
The pincode of Molakathalla is 515611.
What is the population of Molakathalla?
Molakathalla had a total population of 1,049, including 542 males and 507 females.
How many households are there in Molakathalla?
Molakathalla had 256 households.
What is the literacy rate in Molakathalla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Molakathalla was 51.65%. Male literacy was 62.42% and female literacy was 40.43%.