Merikapudi
Merikapudi is a village located in Phirangipuram mandal of Guntur district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Phirangipuram (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Guntur. As per 2009 stats, Munagapadu is the gram panchayat of Merikapudi village.
Here you can discover what makes Merikapudi unique in its vibrant Phirangipuram-Guntur region. You’ll see Merikapudi’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Merikapudi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Merikapudi is 590218. The village spans a total geographical area of 727 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 522549. Narasaraopet is nearest town to Merikapudi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Merikapudi
Population of Merikapudi
According to the 2011 Census, Merikapudi has a total population of about 4,861, with approximately 2,403 males and 2,458 females. The sex ratio is around 1022 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 565 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,079 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 207. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.82%, with male literacy at about 61.01% and female literacy near 42.84%. There are around 1,293 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Merikapudi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 4,861 | 2,403 | 2,458 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 565 | 280 | 285 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,079 | 551 | 528 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 207 | 101 | 106 |
Literate Population | 2,519 | 1,466 | 1,053 |
Illiterate Population | 2,342 | 937 | 1,405 |
Connectivity of Merikapudi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Merikapudi. As per the 2011 stats, Merikapudi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Merikapudi
Knowing the nearby villages of Merikapudi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Merikapudi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Merikapudi
- Where is Merikapudi located?
- Merikapudi village is situated in Phirangipuram Mandal, within the Guntur district of Andhra Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Merikapudi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Merikapudi is Munagapadu (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Merikapudi?
- The pincode of Merikapudi is 522549, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Merikapudi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Merikapudi is 4,861, with 2,403 males and 2,458 females.
- How many households are there in Merikapudi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Merikapudi village has a total of 1,293 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Merikapudi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Merikapudi is 51.82%. The male literacy rate is 61.01%, while the female literacy rate is 42.84%.