Munganda - P.Gannavaram, Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Konaseema
Munganda is a village situated in the P.Gannavaram mandal of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Konaseema district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from P.gannavaram and around 80 km from Kakinada. Munganda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Munganda is 587788. The village covers a total geographical area of 539 hectares and falls under the 533214 pincode. Amalapuram is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Munganda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gannavaram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amalapuram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Munganda
As per Census 2011, Munganda village has a total population of 5,297 people, consisting of 2,609 males and 2,688 females. The village has 1,419 households and a sex ratio of 1,030 females per 1,000 males. There are 496 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,780 literate and 1,517 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,592 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 66 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Munganda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,297 | 2,609 | 2,688 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 496 | 248 | 248 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,592 | 790 | 802 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 66 | 33 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 3,780 | 1,940 | 1,840 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,517 | 669 | 848 |
Nearby Villages of Munganda
Munganda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mungandapalem | South-West | 1.88 km |
| Pothavaram | West | 1.98 km |
| Machavaram | East | 2.13 km |
| Munjavaram | South | 2.43 km |
| K. Pedapudi | North-East | 3.02 km |
| Isukapudi | North | 3.24 km |
| Patha Gannavaram | West | 3.51 km |
| Nandampudi | South-East | 3.53 km |
| Yenugupalle | South-West | 3.56 km |
| Gunnapalle Agraharam | South-East | 4.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Munganda
Munganda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Palakollu, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amalapuram to Munganda is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Munganda is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Munganda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Munganda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Munganda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Munganda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Munganda
Where is Munganda located?
Munganda village is located in P.Gannavaram Mandal, Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Konaseema district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Munganda?
Munganda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Munganda?
The pincode of Munganda is 533214.
What is the population of Munganda?
Munganda has a total population of 5,297, including 2,609 males and 2,688 females.
How many households are there in Munganda?
There are 1,419 households in Munganda.
What is the literacy rate in Munganda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Munganda is 71.36%. Male literacy is 74.36% and female literacy is 68.45%.