Munipeda - Kruthivennu, Krishna
Munipeda is a village situated in the Kruthivennu mandal of Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kruthivennu and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Machilipatnam. Munipeda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Munipeda is 589371. The village covers a total geographical area of 1037 hectares and falls under the 521324 pincode. Pedana is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Munipeda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Munipeda
As per Census 2011, Munipeda village has a total population of 1,422 people, consisting of 701 males and 721 females. The village has 403 households and a sex ratio of 1,028 females per 1,000 males. There are 115 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 952 literate and 470 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 35 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Munipeda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,422 | 701 | 721 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 57 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 35 | 18 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 952 | 489 | 463 |
| Illiterate Population | 470 | 212 | 258 |
Nearby Villages of Munipeda
Munipeda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Endapalle | South | 2.55 km |
| Neelipudi | East | 2.73 km |
| Pendurru | South-West | 3.41 km |
| Chorampudi | North-West | 3.62 km |
| Cherkumilli | South-West | 4.00 km |
| Kruthivennu | South-East | 5.13 km |
| Pedalanka | North-East | 5.30 km |
| Komallapudi | East | 5.58 km |
| Mulaparru | West | 6.08 km |
| Ramavarapumodi | West | 6.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Munipeda
Munipeda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pallevada, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pedana to Munipeda is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Munipeda is about 35 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 Munipeda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Munipeda 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 Munipeda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Munipeda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Munipeda
Where is Munipeda located?
Munipeda village is located in Kruthivennu Mandal, Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Munipeda?
Munipeda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Munipeda?
The pincode of Munipeda is 521324.
What is the population of Munipeda?
Munipeda has a total population of 1,422, including 701 males and 721 females.
How many households are there in Munipeda?
There are 403 households in Munipeda.
What is the literacy rate in Munipeda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Munipeda is 66.95%. Male literacy is 69.76% and female literacy is 64.22%.