Macherla (R) - Macherla, Palnadu
Macherla (R) is a village situated in the Macherla mandal of Palnadu district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from Macherla and around 135 km from Guntur. Lingapuram serves as the Grama Panchayat for Macherla (R) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Macherla (R) is 589805. The village covers a total geographical area of 1026 hectares and falls under the 522426 pincode. Macherla is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Macherla (R) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Macherla (R)
According to the 2011 Census, Macherla (R) village had a total population of 389 people, including 195 males and 194 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 995 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.27%, with male literacy at 55.21% and female literacy at 27.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 65.
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 | 389 | 195 | 194 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 32 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 28 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 137 | 90 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 252 | 105 | 147 |
Nearby Villages of Macherla (R)
Macherla (R) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Amani Jammala Madaka | North | 3.89 km |
| Rayavaram | South-East | 4.46 km |
| Kambhampadu | North-East | 5.77 km |
| Kothapalle | West | 5.95 km |
| Thallapalle | North-West | 6.40 km |
| Polepalle | South | 6.52 km |
| Atmakur | South-East | 8.19 km |
| Mutyalampadu | East | 8.47 km |
| Mandadi | South-West | 8.91 km |
| Tummurkota | North | 9.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Macherla (R)
Public transport in the Macherla (R) is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Macherla, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.6 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Macherla to Macherla (R) is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Guntur to Macherla (R) is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Macherla (R)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Macherla (R) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Macherla (R)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Macherla (R) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Macherla (R)
Where is Macherla (R) located?
Macherla (R) village is located in Macherla Mandal, Palnadu district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Macherla (R)?
The Grama Panchayat of Macherla (R) is Lingapuram.
What is the pincode of Macherla (R)?
The pincode of Macherla (R) is 522426.
What is the population of Macherla (R)?
Macherla (R) had a total population of 389, including 195 males and 194 females.
How many households are there in Macherla (R)?
Macherla (R) had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Macherla (R)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Macherla (R) was 41.27%. Male literacy was 55.21% and female literacy was 27.81%.