Mukkella - Tuggali, Kurnool
Mukkella is a village situated in the Tuggali mandal of Kurnool district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tuggali and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Kurnool. Marella serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mukkella village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mukkella is 594448. The village covers a total geographical area of 2344 hectares and falls under the 518468 pincode. Dhone is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Mukkella village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mukkella
As per Census 2011, Mukkella village has a total population of 5,290 people, consisting of 2,672 males and 2,618 females. The village has 1,097 households and a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males. There are 742 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,106 literate and 3,184 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,206 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mukkella are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,290 | 2,672 | 2,618 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 742 | 344 | 398 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,206 | 616 | 590 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 2,106 | 1,384 | 722 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,184 | 1,288 | 1,896 |
Nearby Villages of Mukkella
Mukkella 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pendikallu | South | 3.77 km |
| Bondimadugula | North-East | 4.50 km |
| Linganenidoddi | East | 6.84 km |
| Chanugondla | South-East | 7.30 km |
| Edduladoddi | South-West | 7.91 km |
| Pandikona | North-West | 8.22 km |
| Nallachelimal | North-West | 8.22 km |
| Chakkaralla | West | 8.65 km |
| Gundlakonda | North | 9.76 km |
| Alamkonda | North-East | 10.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mukkella
Mukkella is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pendekallu, while the nearest airport is Bellary Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.4 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 Dhone to Mukkella is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kurnool to Mukkella is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mukkella
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mukkella village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mukkella
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mukkella 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Mukkella
Where is Mukkella located?
Mukkella village is located in Tuggali Mandal, Kurnool district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mukkella?
The Gram Panchayat of Mukkella is Marella.
What is the pincode of Mukkella?
The pincode of Mukkella is 518468.
What is the population of Mukkella?
Mukkella has a total population of 5,290, including 2,672 males and 2,618 females.
How many households are there in Mukkella?
There are 1,097 households in Mukkella.
What is the literacy rate in Mukkella?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mukkella is 39.81%. Male literacy is 51.80% and female literacy is 27.58%.