Martur - Martur, Bapatla
Martur is a village situated in the Martur mandal of Bapatla district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 70 km from Ongole. Martur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Martur is 590695. The village covers a total geographical area of 2356 hectares and falls under the 523301 pincode. Chilakaluripet is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Martur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Martur
As per Census 2011, Martur village has a total population of 21,434 people, consisting of 10,666 males and 10,768 females. The village has 5,481 households and a sex ratio of 1,009 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,529 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 12,757 literate and 8,677 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4,331 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,791 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Martur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 21,434 | 10,666 | 10,768 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,529 | 1,284 | 1,245 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4,331 | 2,089 | 2,242 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,791 | 875 | 916 |
| Literate Population | 12,757 | 7,160 | 5,597 |
| Illiterate Population | 8,677 | 3,506 | 5,171 |
Nearby Villages of Martur
Martur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rajupalem | North | 2.91 km |
| Jonna Thali Agraharam | South | 3.48 km |
| Bobbe Palle | South-East | 4.43 km |
| Darsiagraharam | South-West | 4.92 km |
| Enamadala | East | 4.92 km |
| Nagaraju Palle | West | 5.14 km |
| Thatapudi | North | 6.17 km |
| Konanki | South | 6.42 km |
| Murikipudi | North | 6.80 km |
| Gannavaram | East | 7.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Martur
Martur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Munumaka, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.0 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 Chilakaluripet to Martur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ongole to Martur is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Martur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Martur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Martur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Martur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Martur
Where is Martur located?
Martur village is located in Martur Mandal, Bapatla district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Martur?
Martur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Martur?
The pincode of Martur is 523301.
What is the population of Martur?
Martur has a total population of 21,434, including 10,666 males and 10,768 females.
How many households are there in Martur?
There are 5,481 households in Martur.
What is the literacy rate in Martur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Martur is 59.52%. Male literacy is 67.13% and female literacy is 51.98%.