Munukulla - Tiruvuru, Ntr
Munukulla is a village situated in the Tiruvuru mandal of Ntr district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from Tiruvuru and around 130 km from Machilipatnam. Munukulla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Munukulla is 588964. The village covers a total geographical area of 969 hectares and falls under the 521235 pincode. Vijayawada is the nearest town, located about 86 km away.
Munukulla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Munukulla
As per Census 2011, Munukulla village has a total population of 3,954 people, consisting of 1,975 males and 1,979 females. The village has 1,080 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 357 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,068 literate and 1,886 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,215 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Munukulla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,954 | 1,975 | 1,979 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 357 | 181 | 176 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,215 | 628 | 587 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 2,068 | 1,160 | 908 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,886 | 815 | 1,071 |
Nearby Villages of Munukulla
Munukulla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Akkapalem | North-East | 2.93 km |
| Vamakuntla | South | 3.26 km |
| Vavilala | South-West | 3.72 km |
| Peddavaram | West | 5.53 km |
| Mustikuntla | South | 6.53 km |
| Rolupadi | South | 6.55 km |
| Chittela | South-East | 6.70 km |
| Anjaneyapuram | South-East | 6.92 km |
| Erramadu | South-West | 7.37 km |
| Laxmipuram | South-East | 8.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Munukulla
Munukulla 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 Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 103.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vijayawada to Munukulla is about 86 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Munukulla is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Munukulla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Munukulla 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 Munukulla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Munukulla 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Munukulla
Where is Munukulla located?
Munukulla village is located in Tiruvuru Mandal, Ntr district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Munukulla?
Munukulla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Munukulla?
The pincode of Munukulla is 521235.
What is the population of Munukulla?
Munukulla has a total population of 3,954, including 1,975 males and 1,979 females.
How many households are there in Munukulla?
There are 1,080 households in Munukulla.
What is the literacy rate in Munukulla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Munukulla is 52.30%. Male literacy is 58.73% and female literacy is 45.88%.