Morampalle - Irala, Chittoor
Morampalle is a village situated in the Irala mandal of Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Irala and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Chittoor. Morampalle village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morampalle is 596484. The village covers a total geographical area of 782 hectares and falls under the 517130 pincode. Chittoor is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Morampalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Morampalle
According to the 2011 Census, Morampalle village had a total population of 2,713 people, including 1,347 males and 1,366 females, living in 697 households. The sex ratio was 1,014 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.25%, with male literacy at 86.71% and female literacy at 67.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 502, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 90.
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 | 2,713 | 1,347 | 1,366 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 251 | 128 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 502 | 246 | 256 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 90 | 43 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 1,902 | 1,057 | 845 |
| Illiterate Population | 811 | 290 | 521 |
Nearby Villages of Morampalle
Morampalle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sanganapalle | South | 2.29 km |
| Venkata Samudra Agraharam | West | 2.74 km |
| Nampalle | North | 3.00 km |
| Kollapalle | South-East | 3.60 km |
| Erracheruvupalle | East | 3.75 km |
| Erlampalle | South-West | 3.78 km |
| Pulluru | South-East | 4.11 km |
| Irala | West | 4.31 km |
| Kaminayanipalle | South | 4.84 km |
| Ayyala Krishna Reddipalle | North-West | 4.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morampalle
Morampalle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Putalapattu, while the nearest airport is Vellore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.6 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 Chittoor to Morampalle is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morampalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morampalle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Morampalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morampalle village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Morampalle
Where is Morampalle located?
Morampalle village is located in Irala Mandal, Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morampalle?
Morampalle is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Morampalle?
The pincode of Morampalle is 517130.
What is the population of Morampalle?
Morampalle had a total population of 2,713, including 1,347 males and 1,366 females.
How many households are there in Morampalle?
Morampalle had 697 households.
What is the literacy rate in Morampalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morampalle was 77.25%. Male literacy was 86.71% and female literacy was 67.98%.