Mamadugu - Gangavaram, Chittoor
Mamadugu is a village situated in the Gangavaram mandal of Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangavaram and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Chittoor. Chowdireddipalle serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mamadugu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mamadugu is 596585. The village covers a total geographical area of 1233 hectares and falls under the 517432 pincode. Palamaner is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Mamadugu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mamadugu
As per Census 2011, Mamadugu village has a total population of 3,318 people, consisting of 1,702 males and 1,616 females. The village has 744 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 407 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,991 literate and 1,327 illiterate residents. Additionally, 549 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 177 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mamadugu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,318 | 1,702 | 1,616 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 407 | 207 | 200 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 549 | 277 | 272 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 177 | 87 | 90 |
| Literate Population | 1,991 | 1,192 | 799 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,327 | 510 | 817 |
Nearby Villages of Mamadugu
Mamadugu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nidigunta | North-West | 2.69 km |
| Pathikonda | South-West | 2.73 km |
| Mudarampalle | North-West | 3.39 km |
| Sivadi | West | 3.87 km |
| Bommarajupalle | North | 4.04 km |
| Dandapalle | North-East | 4.26 km |
| Keelapalle | South-West | 4.32 km |
| Jeedimakulapalle | East | 4.57 km |
| Chamaneru | North-West | 4.72 km |
| Sree Ranga Rajpuram | South | 5.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mamadugu
Mamadugu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Melalathur, while the nearest airport is Vellore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.1 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 Palamaner to Mamadugu is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chittoor to Mamadugu is about 55 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 Mamadugu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mamadugu 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 Mamadugu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mamadugu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mamadugu
Where is Mamadugu located?
Mamadugu village is located in Gangavaram Mandal, Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mamadugu?
The Gram Panchayat of Mamadugu is Chowdireddipalle.
What is the pincode of Mamadugu?
The pincode of Mamadugu is 517432.
What is the population of Mamadugu?
Mamadugu has a total population of 3,318, including 1,702 males and 1,616 females.
How many households are there in Mamadugu?
There are 744 households in Mamadugu.
What is the literacy rate in Mamadugu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mamadugu is 60.01%. Male literacy is 70.04% and female literacy is 49.44%.