Murikipudi - Chilakaluripet H/O.Purushotha Patnam, Palnadu
Murikipudi is a village situated in the Chilakaluripet H/O.Purushotha Patnam mandal of Palnadu district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from Chilakaluripet H/o.purushotha Patnam and around 48 km from Guntur. Murikipudi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murikipudi is 590195. The village covers a total geographical area of 2430 hectares and falls under the 522626 pincode. Chilakaluripet is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Murikipudi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Murikipudi
As per Census 2011, Murikipudi village has a total population of 6,131 people, consisting of 3,118 males and 3,013 females. The village has 1,583 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 714 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,955 literate and 3,176 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,603 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 479 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Murikipudi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,131 | 3,118 | 3,013 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 714 | 373 | 341 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,603 | 829 | 774 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 479 | 253 | 226 |
| Literate Population | 2,955 | 1,777 | 1,178 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,176 | 1,341 | 1,835 |
Nearby Villages of Murikipudi
Murikipudi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Thatapudi | South-East | 2.26 km |
| Vemavaram | West | 3.43 km |
| Rajupalem | South | 3.96 km |
| Boppudi | North-East | 4.50 km |
| Rajapeta | North | 4.72 km |
| Ananthavaram | East | 5.26 km |
| Chinna Pasumarru | North-East | 6.11 km |
| Uppumaguluru | West | 6.53 km |
| Enamadala | South-East | 6.64 km |
| Martur | South | 6.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Murikipudi
Murikipudi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Munumaka, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Chilakaluripet to Murikipudi is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Guntur to Murikipudi is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murikipudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murikipudi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Murikipudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murikipudi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Murikipudi
Where is Murikipudi located?
Murikipudi village is located in Chilakaluripet H/O.Purushotha Patnam Mandal, Palnadu district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murikipudi?
Murikipudi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Murikipudi?
The pincode of Murikipudi is 522626.
What is the population of Murikipudi?
Murikipudi has a total population of 6,131, including 3,118 males and 3,013 females.
How many households are there in Murikipudi?
There are 1,583 households in Murikipudi.
What is the literacy rate in Murikipudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murikipudi is 48.20%. Male literacy is 56.99% and female literacy is 39.10%.