Munagacherla - Nandigama, Ntr
Munagacherla is a village situated in the Nandigama mandal of Ntr district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from Nandigama and around 123 km from Machilipatnam. Munagacherla village is a designated Grama Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Munagacherla is 588873. The village covers a total geographical area of 416 hectares and falls under the 521185 pincode. Jaggaiahpet is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Munagacherla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nandigama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vijayawada Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Munagacherla
According to the 2011 Census, Munagacherla village had a total population of 1,296 people, including 650 males and 646 females, living in 388 households. The sex ratio was 994 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.37%, with male literacy at 73.23% and female literacy at 61.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 278.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,296 | 650 | 646 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 56 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 278 | 137 | 141 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 799 | 435 | 364 |
| Illiterate Population | 497 | 215 | 282 |
Nearby Villages of Munagacherla
Munagacherla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Thotacherla | North | 1.96 km |
| Latchapalem | South-West | 2.40 km |
| Kurugantivari Khandrika | South | 2.82 km |
| Nawabpeta | North-West | 3.16 km |
| Thakkellapadu | West | 3.71 km |
| Sanagapadu | North-East | 3.83 km |
| Lingalapadu | South-West | 4.78 km |
| Adiviravulapadu | South-West | 4.79 km |
| Venkatapuram | North | 5.12 km |
| Chandapuram | South | 5.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Munagacherla
Munagacherla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Madhira, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 105.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jaggaiahpet to Munagacherla is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Munagacherla is about 123 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Munagacherla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Munagacherla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Munagacherla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Munagacherla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Munagacherla
Where is Munagacherla located?
Munagacherla village is located in Nandigama Mandal, Ntr district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Munagacherla?
Munagacherla is its own Grama Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Munagacherla?
The pincode of Munagacherla is 521185.
What is the population of Munagacherla?
Munagacherla had a total population of 1,296, including 650 males and 646 females.
How many households are there in Munagacherla?
Munagacherla had 388 households.
What is the literacy rate in Munagacherla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Munagacherla was 67.37%. Male literacy was 73.23% and female literacy was 61.49%.