Maldepalle - Gudupalle, Chittoor
Maldepalle is a village situated in the Gudupalle mandal of Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gudupalle and around 119 km from the district headquarters in Chittoor. Sodiganipalle serves as the Grama Panchayat for Maldepalle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maldepalle is 596909. The village covers a total geographical area of 459 hectares and falls under the 517426 pincode. Kolar(karnataka) is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Maldepalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Maldepalle
According to the 2011 Census, Maldepalle village had a total population of 658 people, including 328 males and 330 females, living in 142 households. The sex ratio was 1,006 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.94%, with male literacy at 74.65% and female literacy at 53.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 24.
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 | 658 | 328 | 330 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 40 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 10 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 367 | 215 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 291 | 113 | 178 |
Nearby Villages of Maldepalle
Maldepalle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Yanadipalle | South-East | 1.19 km |
| Thimmanayanipalle | West | 1.28 km |
| Dinnepalle | North-West | 1.32 km |
| Kakinayanichigurla Palle | North | 1.76 km |
| Krishnadasanapalle | South | 2.21 km |
| Sodiganipalle | West | 2.30 km |
| Chalarlapalle | South-West | 2.37 km |
| Kotapalle | North | 2.41 km |
| Nakkanapalle | North-East | 2.53 km |
| Anagarlapalle | North-West | 2.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Maldepalle
Maldepalle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kuppam, while the nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kolar(karnataka) to Maldepalle is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chittoor to Maldepalle is about 119 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maldepalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maldepalle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Maldepalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maldepalle village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Maldepalle
Where is Maldepalle located?
Maldepalle village is located in Gudupalle Mandal, Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Maldepalle?
The Grama Panchayat of Maldepalle is Sodiganipalle.
What is the pincode of Maldepalle?
The pincode of Maldepalle is 517426.
What is the population of Maldepalle?
Maldepalle had a total population of 658, including 328 males and 330 females.
How many households are there in Maldepalle?
Maldepalle had 142 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maldepalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maldepalle was 63.94%. Male literacy was 74.65% and female literacy was 53.15%.