Malkapuram - Jaggaiahpeta, Ntr
Malkapuram is a village situated in the Jaggaiahpeta mandal of Ntr district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from Jaggayyapeta and around 168 km from Machilipatnam. Malkapuram village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malkapuram is 588838. The village covers a total geographical area of 994 hectares and falls under the 521175 pincode. Jaggaiahpet is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Malkapuram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Malkapuram
As per Census 2011, Malkapuram village has a total population of 2,798 people, consisting of 1,407 males and 1,391 females. The village has 794 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 326 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,328 literate and 1,470 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,149 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 56 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malkapuram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,798 | 1,407 | 1,391 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 326 | 181 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,149 | 588 | 561 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 56 | 29 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 1,328 | 749 | 579 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,470 | 658 | 812 |
Nearby Villages of Malkapuram
Malkapuram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Indugapalle | South-East | 2.72 km |
| Buchavaram | South-West | 2.99 km |
| Peda Modugapalle | South | 3.62 km |
| Polampalle | East | 4.45 km |
| China Modugapalle | South | 4.89 km |
| Kanneveedu | South-East | 5.30 km |
| Mangollu | South | 5.35 km |
| Gandrai | South-West | 5.51 km |
| Pochavaram | East | 5.51 km |
| Dechupalem | South-West | 6.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Malkapuram
Malkapuram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Nagalwancha, while the nearest airport is Warangal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.6 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 Jaggaiahpet to Malkapuram is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Malkapuram is about 168 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malkapuram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malkapuram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Malkapuram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malkapuram 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 Malkapuram
Where is Malkapuram located?
Malkapuram village is located in Jaggaiahpeta Mandal, Ntr district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malkapuram?
Malkapuram is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Malkapuram?
The pincode of Malkapuram is 521175.
What is the population of Malkapuram?
Malkapuram has a total population of 2,798, including 1,407 males and 1,391 females.
How many households are there in Malkapuram?
There are 794 households in Malkapuram.
What is the literacy rate in Malkapuram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malkapuram is 47.46%. Male literacy is 53.23% and female literacy is 41.62%.