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.

Merikapudi has its own place in the vibrant Guntur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Merikapudi

Below is a concise population overview of Merikapudi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Merikapudi village:

  • The total population of Merikapudi village is around 4,861, including approximately 2,403 males and 2,458 females, with a sex ratio of 1022 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 565 children aged 0–6 years in Merikapudi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Merikapudi village has 1,079 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 207 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Merikapudi village is about 51.82%, with male literacy at 61.01% and female literacy at 42.84%.
  • There are around 1,293 households in Merikapudi village.

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)
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%.