Madala - Muppalla, Palnadu
Madala is a village situated in the Muppalla mandal of Palnadu district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from Muppalla and around 41 km from Guntur. Irukumpalem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Madala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madala is 590164. The village covers a total geographical area of 3155 hectares and falls under the 522408 pincode. Sattenapalle is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Madala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Madala
As per Census 2011, Madala village has a total population of 11,184 people, consisting of 5,543 males and 5,641 females. The village has 2,914 households and a sex ratio of 1,017 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,206 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,793 literate and 5,391 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,095 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 523 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Madala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,184 | 5,543 | 5,641 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,206 | 623 | 583 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,095 | 1,073 | 1,022 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 523 | 252 | 271 |
| Literate Population | 5,793 | 3,356 | 2,437 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,391 | 2,187 | 3,204 |
Nearby Villages of Madala
Madala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bollavaram | South-West | 3.58 km |
| Palidevarlapadu | South | 3.97 km |
| Kankanalapalle | North | 5.13 km |
| Lakkarajugarlapadu | South-East | 5.15 km |
| Narnepadu | South | 5.77 km |
| Muppalla | South-West | 5.85 km |
| Thondapi | West | 6.22 km |
| Dhulipalla | North-West | 6.38 km |
| Lankelakurapadu | South | 6.49 km |
| Dechavarappadu | West | 7.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Madala
Madala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sattenapalle, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.2 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sattenapalle to Madala is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Guntur to Madala is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madala 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 Madala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Madala
Where is Madala located?
Madala village is located in Muppalla Mandal, Palnadu district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madala?
The Gram Panchayat of Madala is Irukumpalem.
What is the pincode of Madala?
The pincode of Madala is 522408.
What is the population of Madala?
Madala has a total population of 11,184, including 5,543 males and 5,641 females.
How many households are there in Madala?
There are 2,914 households in Madala.
What is the literacy rate in Madala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madala is 51.80%. Male literacy is 60.54% and female literacy is 43.20%.