Molagavalli - Alur, Kurnool
Molagavalli is a village situated in the Alur mandal of Kurnool district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Alur and around 117 km from the district headquarters in Kurnool. Molagavalli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Molagavalli is 594168. The village covers a total geographical area of 6417 hectares and falls under the 518395 pincode. Adoni is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Molagavalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Molagavalli
As per Census 2011, Molagavalli village has a total population of 9,475 people, consisting of 4,865 males and 4,610 females. The village has 1,644 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,153 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,609 literate and 4,866 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,740 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 70 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Molagavalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,475 | 4,865 | 4,610 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,153 | 620 | 533 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,740 | 1,436 | 1,304 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 70 | 41 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 4,609 | 2,833 | 1,776 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,866 | 2,032 | 2,834 |
Nearby Villages of Molagavalli
Molagavalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Joharapuram | North | 5.92 km |
| Nemakal | South-West | 7.09 km |
| Hosur | East | 9.37 km |
| Nagaradona | South-West | 9.53 km |
| Peddahottur | North-West | 9.54 km |
| Burujula | East | 9.67 km |
| Pedda Hulthi | North-East | 10.84 km |
| Kundanagurthi | South | 11.17 km |
| Hathi Belgal | West | 11.26 km |
| Aspari | North | 11.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Molagavalli
Molagavalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Molagavalli, while the nearest airport is Bellary Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Adoni to Molagavalli is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kurnool to Molagavalli is about 117 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Molagavalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Molagavalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Molagavalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Molagavalli 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 Molagavalli
Where is Molagavalli located?
Molagavalli village is located in Alur Mandal, Kurnool district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Molagavalli?
Molagavalli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Molagavalli?
The pincode of Molagavalli is 518395.
What is the population of Molagavalli?
Molagavalli has a total population of 9,475, including 4,865 males and 4,610 females.
How many households are there in Molagavalli?
There are 1,644 households in Molagavalli.
What is the literacy rate in Molagavalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Molagavalli is 48.64%. Male literacy is 58.23% and female literacy is 38.52%.