Meduru - Gampalagudem, Ntr
Meduru is a village situated in the Gampalagudem mandal of Ntr district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from Gampalagudem and around 164 km from Machilipatnam. Chintalanarva serves as the Gram Panchayat for Meduru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meduru is 588952. The village covers a total geographical area of 942 hectares and falls under the 521401 pincode. Tiruvuru is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Meduru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Meduru
As per Census 2011, Meduru village has a total population of 4,924 people, consisting of 2,516 males and 2,408 females. The village has 1,358 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 503 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,631 literate and 2,293 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,034 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Meduru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,924 | 2,516 | 2,408 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 503 | 251 | 252 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,034 | 1,039 | 995 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,631 | 1,529 | 1,102 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,293 | 987 | 1,306 |
Nearby Villages of Meduru
Meduru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Peda Komira | South | 2.95 km |
| Arlapadu | North | 3.12 km |
| Chennavaram | South-West | 3.35 km |
| Gampalagudem | East | 3.94 km |
| Lingala | North-East | 4.52 km |
| Kothapalle | South-East | 5.26 km |
| Penugolanu | South-West | 5.58 km |
| Gullapudi | North | 5.88 km |
| Utukuru | West | 5.97 km |
| Gosaveedu | South | 6.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Meduru
Meduru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Madhira, while the nearest airport is Warangal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 107.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tiruvuru to Meduru is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Meduru is about 164 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Meduru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meduru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Meduru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meduru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Meduru
Where is Meduru located?
Meduru village is located in Gampalagudem Mandal, Ntr district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meduru?
The Gram Panchayat of Meduru is Chintalanarva.
What is the pincode of Meduru?
The pincode of Meduru is 521401.
What is the population of Meduru?
Meduru has a total population of 4,924, including 2,516 males and 2,408 females.
How many households are there in Meduru?
There are 1,358 households in Meduru.
What is the literacy rate in Meduru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meduru is 53.43%. Male literacy is 60.77% and female literacy is 45.76%.