Meedivemula - Orvakal, Kurnool
Meedivemula is a village situated in the Orvakal mandal of Kurnool district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Orvakal and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Kurnool. Meedivemula village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meedivemula is 594030. The village covers a total geographical area of 2613 hectares and falls under the 518002 pincode. Kurnool is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Meedivemula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Meedivemula
As per Census 2011, Meedivemula village has a total population of 2,145 people, consisting of 1,103 males and 1,042 females. The village has 542 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 253 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,114 literate and 1,031 illiterate residents. Additionally, 314 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Meedivemula are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,145 | 1,103 | 1,042 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 253 | 125 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 314 | 169 | 145 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,114 | 701 | 413 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,031 | 402 | 629 |
Nearby Villages of Meedivemula
Meedivemula 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Loddipalle | North-West | 2.89 km |
| Uppalapadu | South | 4.07 km |
| Uyyalawada | South-West | 4.96 km |
| N.konthalapadu | South-East | 5.29 km |
| Guttapadu | East | 6.16 km |
| Nannur | North-West | 6.22 km |
| Orvakal | East | 7.18 km |
| Puricherla | North | 7.35 km |
| Palakolanu | South-East | 7.69 km |
| Bukkapuram | South | 8.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Meedivemula
Meedivemula is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dupadu, while the nearest airport is Bellary Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 109.2 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 Kurnool to Meedivemula is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Meedivemula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meedivemula 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 Meedivemula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meedivemula village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Meedivemula
Where is Meedivemula located?
Meedivemula village is located in Orvakal Mandal, Kurnool district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meedivemula?
Meedivemula is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Meedivemula?
The pincode of Meedivemula is 518002.
What is the population of Meedivemula?
Meedivemula has a total population of 2,145, including 1,103 males and 1,042 females.
How many households are there in Meedivemula?
There are 542 households in Meedivemula.
What is the literacy rate in Meedivemula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meedivemula is 51.93%. Male literacy is 63.55% and female literacy is 39.64%.