Merlapaka Village Overview
Merlapaka is a village in Yerpedu tehsil of Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh. It lies about 4 km from Yerpedu tehsil headquarters and around 72 km from Chittoor district headquarters. As per available records (2009), Merlapaka village functions as a Gram Panchayat.
The sections below provide essential information about Merlapaka village, including population details, literacy levels, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local administration, nearby villages, and transport connectivity.
Village Location & Administration
As per Census 2011, the village code of Merlapaka is 595785. The village covers a geographical area of 932 hectares and has a pincode of 517620. Srikalahasti is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Location Map of Merlapaka
Population & Demographics of Merlapaka
This section provides population and demographic details of Merlapaka village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,253 | 1,076 | 1,177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 278 | 142 | 136 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 821 | 391 | 430 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 22 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 1,247 | 706 | 541 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,006 | 370 | 636 |
Key population details of Merlapaka village are given below:
- Merlapaka village is a well-populated village with a total population of around 2,253, including approximately 1,076 males and 1,177 females, with a sex ratio of 1093 females per 1,000 males.
- The number of children aged 0–6 years in the village is relatively low.
- 821 residents belong to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 40 residents belong to the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy level of Merlapaka village is moderate, with a literacy rate of about 55.35%.
- There are around 581 households in Merlapaka village.
Transport & Connectivity of Merlapaka
Transport facilities help residents of Merlapaka village travel to nearby towns for work, education, healthcare, and daily needs. The village has access to public bus service, private bus service and a railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Merlapaka
The following villages are located close to Merlapaka and form part of its surrounding area. These nearby villages are commonly connected through local roads and are part of the day-to-day movement for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Merlapaka
- Where is Merlapaka located?
- Merlapaka village is located in Yerpedu Mandal, Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Merlapaka?
- Merlapaka is its own Gram Panchayat (as per available records from 2009).
- What is the pincode of Merlapaka?
- The pincode of Merlapaka is 517620.
- What is the population of Merlapaka?
- Merlapaka has a total population of 2,253, including 1,076 males and 1,177 females.
- How many households are there in Merlapaka?
- There are 581 households in Merlapaka.
- What is the literacy rate in Merlapaka?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Merlapaka is 55.35%. Male literacy is 65.61% and female literacy is 45.96%.