Machinenipalem - Vatsavai, Ntr
Machinenipalem is a village situated in the Vatsavai mandal of Ntr district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from Vatsavai and around 160 km from Machilipatnam. Machineni Palem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machinenipalem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machinenipalem is 588830. The village covers a total geographical area of 393 hectares and falls under the 521402 pincode. Jaggaiahpet is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Machinenipalem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Machinenipalem
According to the 2011 Census, Machinenipalem village had a total population of 1,696 people, including 880 males and 816 females, living in 487 households. The sex ratio was 927 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.52%, with male literacy at 66.24% and female literacy at 41.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 626, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 651.
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 | 1,696 | 880 | 816 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 101 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 626 | 320 | 306 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 651 | 332 | 319 |
| Literate Population | 820 | 516 | 304 |
| Illiterate Population | 876 | 364 | 512 |
Nearby Villages of Machinenipalem
Machinenipalem 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Talluru | South | 1.92 km |
| Kakaravai | North-West | 2.50 km |
| Kambampadu | West | 3.21 km |
| Muchintala @ Bodapadu | South-West | 4.62 km |
| Anigandlapadu | South | 5.16 km |
| Rebbavaram | West | 5.44 km |
| Vemulanarva | North-West | 5.80 km |
| Vemavaram | West | 5.87 km |
| Vatsavai | North-West | 6.86 km |
| Allurupadu | West | 7.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Machinenipalem
Machinenipalem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Motimari, while the nearest airport is Warangal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 101.7 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaggaiahpet to Machinenipalem is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Machinenipalem is about 160 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machinenipalem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machinenipalem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Machinenipalem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machinenipalem 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Machinenipalem
Where is Machinenipalem located?
Machinenipalem village is located in Vatsavai Mandal, Ntr district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machinenipalem?
The Gram Panchayat of Machinenipalem is Machineni Palem.
What is the pincode of Machinenipalem?
The pincode of Machinenipalem is 521402.
What is the population of Machinenipalem?
Machinenipalem had a total population of 1,696, including 880 males and 816 females.
How many households are there in Machinenipalem?
Machinenipalem had 487 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machinenipalem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machinenipalem was 54.52%. Male literacy was 66.24% and female literacy was 41.93%.