Machapuram - Devanakonda, Kurnool
Machapuram is a village situated in the Devanakonda mandal of Kurnool district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devanakonda and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Kurnool. Machapuram village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machapuram is 594193. The village covers a total geographical area of 3407 hectares and falls under the 518465 pincode. Yemmiganur is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Machapuram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Machapuram
As per Census 2011, Machapuram village has a total population of 3,574 people, consisting of 1,801 males and 1,773 females. The village has 708 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 523 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,318 literate and 2,256 illiterate residents. Additionally, 548 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 51 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Machapuram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,574 | 1,801 | 1,773 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 523 | 270 | 253 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 548 | 274 | 274 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 51 | 26 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 1,318 | 825 | 493 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,256 | 976 | 1,280 |
Nearby Villages of Machapuram
Machapuram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Errabadu | North | 3.94 km |
| Kappatralla | South | 4.18 km |
| Thippanur | North-East | 5.82 km |
| Neruduppala | North-West | 6.11 km |
| S.thimmapuram | South | 6.26 km |
| P.kotakonda | South-East | 6.68 km |
| Palakurthy | West | 7.39 km |
| Vemugodu | North-East | 7.52 km |
| Kurnur | East | 8.31 km |
| Handri Khairawadi | North | 8.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Machapuram
Public transport in the Machapuram is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Linganenidoddi, while the nearest airport is Bellary Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Yemmiganur to Machapuram is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kurnool to Machapuram is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machapuram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machapuram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Machapuram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machapuram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Machapuram
Where is Machapuram located?
Machapuram village is located in Devanakonda Mandal, Kurnool district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machapuram?
Machapuram is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Machapuram?
The pincode of Machapuram is 518465.
What is the population of Machapuram?
Machapuram has a total population of 3,574, including 1,801 males and 1,773 females.
How many households are there in Machapuram?
There are 708 households in Machapuram.
What is the literacy rate in Machapuram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machapuram is 36.88%. Male literacy is 45.81% and female literacy is 27.81%.