Malenatham - Ramasamudram, Annamayya
Malenatham is a village situated in the Ramasamudram mandal of Annamayya district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from Ramasamudram and around 74 km from Chittoor. Malenatham village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malenatham is 596537. The village covers a total geographical area of 1239 hectares and falls under the 517417 pincode. Punganur is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Malenatham village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Malenatham
As per Census 2011, Malenatham village has a total population of 3,000 people, consisting of 1,510 males and 1,490 females. The village has 737 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 273 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,808 literate and 1,192 illiterate residents. Additionally, 417 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 110 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malenatham are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,000 | 1,510 | 1,490 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 273 | 144 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 417 | 204 | 213 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 110 | 57 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 1,808 | 1,065 | 743 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,192 | 445 | 747 |
Nearby Villages of Malenatham
Malenatham 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Arikela | North | 3.24 km |
| Miniki | West | 3.54 km |
| Kudurucheemanapalle | South | 3.55 km |
| Etavakili | South-East | 3.63 km |
| Mangalam | East | 4.21 km |
| Moogavadi | South-West | 4.85 km |
| Bheemaganipalle | North-East | 5.01 km |
| Magandlapalle | South-East | 5.86 km |
| Voolapadu | South-West | 6.44 km |
| Kappalle | North-West | 7.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Malenatham
Malenatham is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Madanapalle Road, while the nearest airport is Vellore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.5 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 Punganur to Malenatham is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chittoor to Malenatham is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malenatham
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malenatham village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Malenatham
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malenatham 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 Malenatham
Where is Malenatham located?
Malenatham village is located in Ramasamudram Mandal, Annamayya district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malenatham?
Malenatham is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Malenatham?
The pincode of Malenatham is 517417.
What is the population of Malenatham?
Malenatham has a total population of 3,000, including 1,510 males and 1,490 females.
How many households are there in Malenatham?
There are 737 households in Malenatham.
What is the literacy rate in Malenatham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malenatham is 60.27%. Male literacy is 70.53% and female literacy is 49.87%.