Musalikunta - Peddamandyam, Annamayya
Musalikunta is a village situated in the Peddamandyam mandal of Annamayya district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from Peddamandyam and around 141 km from Chittoor. Musalikunta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Musalikunta is 595635. The village covers a total geographical area of 1998 hectares and falls under the 516267 pincode. Madanapalle is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Musalikunta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Musalikunta
As per Census 2011, Musalikunta village has a total population of 2,763 people, consisting of 1,377 males and 1,386 females. The village has 806 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 334 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,244 literate and 1,519 illiterate residents. Additionally, 144 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 973 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Musalikunta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,763 | 1,377 | 1,386 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 334 | 176 | 158 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 144 | 76 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 973 | 466 | 507 |
| Literate Population | 1,244 | 763 | 481 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,519 | 614 | 905 |
Nearby Villages of Musalikunta
Musalikunta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bandrevu | West | 4.23 km |
| Diguvapalle | North-West | 5.58 km |
| Araveedu | North-East | 6.31 km |
| Kalicherla | South-East | 7.37 km |
| Peddamandyam | East | 7.60 km |
| Papepalle | North-East | 7.80 km |
| Kotala | West | 7.81 km |
| Gopidinne | South-West | 9.44 km |
| Sivapuram | South-East | 9.88 km |
| Pedaballikothapalle | North-West | 10.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Musalikunta
Musalikunta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tummanamgutta, while the nearest airport is Kadapa Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Madanapalle to Musalikunta is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chittoor to Musalikunta is about 141 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Musalikunta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Musalikunta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Musalikunta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Musalikunta 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 Musalikunta
Where is Musalikunta located?
Musalikunta village is located in Peddamandyam Mandal, Annamayya district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Musalikunta?
Musalikunta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Musalikunta?
The pincode of Musalikunta is 516267.
What is the population of Musalikunta?
Musalikunta has a total population of 2,763, including 1,377 males and 1,386 females.
How many households are there in Musalikunta?
There are 806 households in Musalikunta.
What is the literacy rate in Musalikunta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Musalikunta is 45.02%. Male literacy is 55.41% and female literacy is 34.70%.