Mukkollu - Guduru, Krishna
Mukkollu is a village situated in the Guduru mandal of Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Guduru and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Machilipatnam. Mukkollu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mukkollu is 589652. The village covers a total geographical area of 1160 hectares and falls under the 521332 pincode. Machilipatnam is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Mukkollu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mukkollu
As per Census 2011, Mukkollu village has a total population of 2,020 people, consisting of 1,024 males and 996 females. The village has 582 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 190 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,369 literate and 651 illiterate residents. Additionally, 222 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mukkollu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,020 | 1,024 | 996 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 190 | 107 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 222 | 109 | 113 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,369 | 688 | 681 |
| Illiterate Population | 651 | 336 | 315 |
Nearby Villages of Mukkollu
Mukkollu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gandram | East | 1.84 km |
| Jakkamcherla | West | 2.02 km |
| Kalapatam | South-West | 2.38 km |
| Gurjepalle | South-East | 2.52 km |
| Lellagaruvu | East | 3.09 km |
| Ulavalapudi | North-East | 3.19 km |
| Nagavaram | North-East | 3.36 km |
| Venuturumilli | North | 3.53 km |
| Yelakurru | West | 3.57 km |
| Kankatava | South-East | 3.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mukkollu
Mukkollu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vadlamannadu, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 94.4 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 Machilipatnam to Mukkollu is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mukkollu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mukkollu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mukkollu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mukkollu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mukkollu
Where is Mukkollu located?
Mukkollu village is located in Guduru Mandal, Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mukkollu?
Mukkollu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mukkollu?
The pincode of Mukkollu is 521332.
What is the population of Mukkollu?
Mukkollu has a total population of 2,020, including 1,024 males and 996 females.
How many households are there in Mukkollu?
There are 582 households in Mukkollu.
What is the literacy rate in Mukkollu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mukkollu is 67.77%. Male literacy is 67.19% and female literacy is 68.37%.