Mogallur - Veligandla, Markapuram
Mogallur is a village situated in the Veligandla mandal of Markapuram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from Veligandla and around 95 km from Ongole. Mogallur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mogallur is 591240. The village covers a total geographical area of 2565 hectares and falls under the 523223 pincode. Kandukur is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Mogallur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mogallur
As per Census 2011, Mogallur village has a total population of 2,623 people, consisting of 1,330 males and 1,293 females. The village has 672 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 303 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,512 literate and 1,111 illiterate residents. Additionally, 581 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mogallur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,623 | 1,330 | 1,293 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 303 | 158 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 581 | 297 | 284 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,512 | 915 | 597 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,111 | 415 | 696 |
Nearby Villages of Mogallur
Mogallur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bonthagunta Palle | South-East | 3.25 km |
| Ballavaram | North | 3.85 km |
| Hussain Puram | East | 3.95 km |
| Veligandla | West | 4.26 km |
| Perugupalle | North-East | 4.85 km |
| Marapagunta | South-West | 5.65 km |
| Nagireddy Palle | South-West | 5.71 km |
| Umamaheswarapuram | South-East | 5.74 km |
| Jammalamadaka | South | 5.88 km |
| Gurugupadu | North-West | 6.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mogallur
Mogallur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Somidevipalle, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.3 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 Kandukur to Mogallur is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ongole to Mogallur is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mogallur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mogallur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mogallur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mogallur 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 Mogallur
Where is Mogallur located?
Mogallur village is located in Veligandla Mandal, Markapuram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mogallur?
Mogallur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mogallur?
The pincode of Mogallur is 523223.
What is the population of Mogallur?
Mogallur has a total population of 2,623, including 1,330 males and 1,293 females.
How many households are there in Mogallur?
There are 672 households in Mogallur.
What is the literacy rate in Mogallur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mogallur is 57.64%. Male literacy is 68.80% and female literacy is 46.17%.