Mannava - Ponnur, Guntur
Mannava is a village situated in the Ponnur mandal of Guntur district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ponnur and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Guntur. Mannava village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mannava is 590365. The village covers a total geographical area of 1276 hectares and falls under the 522316 pincode. Ponnur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Mannava village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mannava
As per Census 2011, Mannava village has a total population of 2,502 people, consisting of 1,262 males and 1,240 females. The village has 714 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 259 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,748 literate and 754 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,806 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 59 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mannava are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,502 | 1,262 | 1,240 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 259 | 133 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,806 | 903 | 903 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 30 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 1,748 | 961 | 787 |
| Illiterate Population | 754 | 301 | 453 |
Nearby Villages of Mannava
Mannava 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Doppalapudi | East | 2.74 km |
| Jupudi | North | 2.92 km |
| Pandrapadu | West | 3.18 km |
| Upparapalem | South | 3.36 km |
| Patchalatadiparru | East | 3.96 km |
| Kollimarla | North-West | 4.53 km |
| Munipalle | North-East | 4.54 km |
| Vallabharaopalem | South | 5.31 km |
| Brahmanakodur | North | 5.40 km |
| Dandamudi | East | 5.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mannava
Mannava is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Nidubrolu, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ponnur to Mannava is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Guntur to Mannava is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mannava
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mannava village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mannava
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mannava village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mannava
Where is Mannava located?
Mannava village is located in Ponnur Mandal, Guntur district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mannava?
Mannava is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mannava?
The pincode of Mannava is 522316.
What is the population of Mannava?
Mannava has a total population of 2,502, including 1,262 males and 1,240 females.
How many households are there in Mannava?
There are 714 households in Mannava.
What is the literacy rate in Mannava?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mannava is 69.86%. Male literacy is 76.15% and female literacy is 63.47%.