Madicherla - Bapulapadu, Krishna
Madicherla is a village situated in the Bapulapadu mandal of Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bapulapadu and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Machilipatnam. Madicherla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madicherla is 589075. The village covers a total geographical area of 1590 hectares and falls under the 521111 pincode. Eluru is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Madicherla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Madicherla
As per Census 2011, Madicherla village has a total population of 4,069 people, consisting of 2,073 males and 1,996 females. The village has 1,066 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 427 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,009 literate and 2,060 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,111 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 513 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Madicherla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,069 | 2,073 | 1,996 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 427 | 220 | 207 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,111 | 554 | 557 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 513 | 268 | 245 |
| Literate Population | 2,009 | 1,070 | 939 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,060 | 1,003 | 1,057 |
Nearby Villages of Madicherla
Madicherla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chillaboyinapalle | North-East | 2.80 km |
| Billanapalle | South-West | 2.88 km |
| Ravulakunta | South-East | 3.11 km |
| Kothapalle | South-West | 4.24 km |
| Mokhasa Narasannapalem | South | 4.76 km |
| Pallerlamudi | South | 4.97 km |
| Koppaka | East | 5.11 km |
| Vempadu | West | 5.12 km |
| Bhogapuram | South-East | 5.39 km |
| Katrenipadu | North-West | 5.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Madicherla
Madicherla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vatlur, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Eluru to Madicherla is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Madicherla is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madicherla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madicherla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Madicherla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madicherla 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Madicherla
Where is Madicherla located?
Madicherla village is located in Bapulapadu Mandal, Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madicherla?
Madicherla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Madicherla?
The pincode of Madicherla is 521111.
What is the population of Madicherla?
Madicherla has a total population of 4,069, including 2,073 males and 1,996 females.
How many households are there in Madicherla?
There are 1,066 households in Madicherla.
What is the literacy rate in Madicherla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madicherla is 49.37%. Male literacy is 51.62% and female literacy is 47.04%.