Machayapalem - Bellamkonda, Palnadu
Machayapalem is a village situated in the Bellamkonda mandal of Palnadu district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from Bellamkonda and around 59 km from Guntur. Machayapalem village is a designated Grama Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machayapalem is 589902. The village covers a total geographical area of 483 hectares and falls under the 522411 pincode. Piduguralla is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Machayapalem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Machayapalem
According to the 2011 Census, Machayapalem village had a total population of 2,252 people, including 1,150 males and 1,102 females, living in 573 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.05%, with male literacy at 59.02% and female literacy at 42.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 553, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 71.
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 | 2,252 | 1,150 | 1,102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 256 | 130 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 553 | 273 | 280 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 71 | 37 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 1,019 | 602 | 417 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,233 | 548 | 685 |
Nearby Villages of Machayapalem
Machayapalem 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bellamkonda | South-East | 3.03 km |
| Chandrajupalem | North | 3.79 km |
| Papayapalem | North-West | 4.32 km |
| Vannayapalem | East | 4.36 km |
| Chowtapapayapalem | South | 4.57 km |
| Konanki | West | 5.38 km |
| Hassanbada | East | 5.96 km |
| Rajupalem | South-East | 6.94 km |
| Dodleru | North-East | 6.95 km |
| Kubadpuram | South-West | 7.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Machayapalem
Machayapalem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bellamkonda, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Piduguralla to Machayapalem is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Guntur to Machayapalem is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machayapalem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machayapalem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Machayapalem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machayapalem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Machayapalem
Where is Machayapalem located?
Machayapalem village is located in Bellamkonda Mandal, Palnadu district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Machayapalem?
Machayapalem is its own Grama Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Machayapalem?
The pincode of Machayapalem is 522411.
What is the population of Machayapalem?
Machayapalem had a total population of 2,252, including 1,150 males and 1,102 females.
How many households are there in Machayapalem?
Machayapalem had 573 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machayapalem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machayapalem was 51.05%. Male literacy was 59.02% and female literacy was 42.73%.