Muddanapalle - Ramakuppam, Chittoor
Muddanapalle is a village situated in the Ramakuppam mandal of Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramakuppam and around 108 km from the district headquarters in Chittoor. Muddanapalle village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Muddanapalle is 596991. The village covers a total geographical area of 506 hectares and falls under the 517401 pincode. Palamaner is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Muddanapalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Muddanapalle
As per Census 2011, Muddanapalle village has a total population of 2,461 people, consisting of 1,242 males and 1,219 females. The village has 554 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 320 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,246 literate and 1,215 illiterate residents. Additionally, 118 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 513 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Muddanapalle are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,461 | 1,242 | 1,219 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 320 | 161 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 118 | 56 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 513 | 258 | 255 |
| Literate Population | 1,246 | 744 | 502 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,215 | 498 | 717 |
Nearby Villages of Muddanapalle
Muddanapalle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chennareddipalle | North-West | 1.34 km |
| Manendram | West | 1.99 km |
| Bondalagunta | South-West | 2.97 km |
| Attikuppam | North-West | 3.17 km |
| Kadasinakuppam | South-West | 3.37 km |
| Pamana Boyanapalle | North-East | 3.39 km |
| Ramakuppam | North-West | 3.64 km |
| Singasamudram | South-East | 4.14 km |
| Killakupodu | West | 4.14 km |
| Balaobanapalle | South-West | 4.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Muddanapalle
Muddanapalle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kuppam, while the nearest airport is Vellore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palamaner to Muddanapalle is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chittoor to Muddanapalle is about 108 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Muddanapalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Muddanapalle 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 Muddanapalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Muddanapalle 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Muddanapalle
Where is Muddanapalle located?
Muddanapalle village is located in Ramakuppam Mandal, Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Muddanapalle?
Muddanapalle is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Muddanapalle?
The pincode of Muddanapalle is 517401.
What is the population of Muddanapalle?
Muddanapalle has a total population of 2,461, including 1,242 males and 1,219 females.
How many households are there in Muddanapalle?
There are 554 households in Muddanapalle.
What is the literacy rate in Muddanapalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Muddanapalle is 50.63%. Male literacy is 59.90% and female literacy is 41.18%.