Munipalle - Ponnur, Guntur
Munipalle is a village situated in the Ponnur mandal of Guntur district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ponnur and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Guntur. Gollamudipalem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Munipalle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Munipalle is 590362. The village covers a total geographical area of 1032 hectares and falls under the 522316 pincode. Ponnur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Munipalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Munipalle
As per Census 2011, Munipalle village has a total population of 3,561 people, consisting of 1,749 males and 1,812 females. The village has 1,103 households and a sex ratio of 1,036 females per 1,000 males. There are 271 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,366 literate and 1,195 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,342 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 302 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Munipalle are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,561 | 1,749 | 1,812 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 271 | 138 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,342 | 648 | 694 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 302 | 153 | 149 |
| Literate Population | 2,366 | 1,279 | 1,087 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,195 | 470 | 725 |
Nearby Villages of Munipalle
Munipalle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Patchalatadiparru | South | 2.23 km |
| Brahmanakodur | North-West | 2.61 km |
| Thottempudi | North-East | 2.83 km |
| Vellalur | North-East | 2.87 km |
| Doppalapudi | South | 3.08 km |
| Dandamudi | South-East | 3.57 km |
| Mamillapalle | East | 3.66 km |
| Jupudi | West | 3.93 km |
| Manchala | North | 4.32 km |
| Mannava | South-West | 4.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Munipalle
Munipalle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Modukuru, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Munipalle is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Guntur to Munipalle is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Munipalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Munipalle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Munipalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Munipalle village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Munipalle
Where is Munipalle located?
Munipalle village is located in Ponnur Mandal, Guntur district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Munipalle?
The Gram Panchayat of Munipalle is Gollamudipalem.
What is the pincode of Munipalle?
The pincode of Munipalle is 522316.
What is the population of Munipalle?
Munipalle has a total population of 3,561, including 1,749 males and 1,812 females.
How many households are there in Munipalle?
There are 1,103 households in Munipalle.
What is the literacy rate in Munipalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Munipalle is 66.44%. Male literacy is 73.13% and female literacy is 59.99%.