Machavaram - Rompicharla, Palnadu
Machavaram is a village situated in the Rompicharla mandal of Palnadu district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from Rompicherla and around 58 km from Guntur. Machavaram village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machavaram is 590135. The village covers a total geographical area of 2145 hectares and falls under the 522615 pincode. Narasaraopet is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Machavaram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Machavaram
According to the 2011 Census, Machavaram village had a total population of 4,752 people, including 2,390 males and 2,362 females, living in 1,192 households. The sex ratio was 988 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.96%, with male literacy at 61.04% and female literacy at 42.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 960, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 261.
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 | 4,752 | 2,390 | 2,362 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 501 | 265 | 236 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 960 | 476 | 484 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 261 | 132 | 129 |
| Literate Population | 2,209 | 1,297 | 912 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,543 | 1,093 | 1,450 |
Nearby Villages of Machavaram
Machavaram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nallagarlapadu | East | 2.22 km |
| Palapadu | South-East | 3.90 km |
| Santhagudipadu | West | 4.79 km |
| Vipparla | North-West | 5.18 km |
| Rupenaguntla | North-East | 5.66 km |
| Ravipadu | East | 5.85 km |
| Annavaram | South | 6.01 km |
| Ikkurru | South-East | 7.42 km |
| Rompicherla | South-West | 8.25 km |
| Kunkalagunta | West | 8.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Machavaram
Machavaram 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 55.6 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 Narasaraopet to Machavaram is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Guntur to Machavaram is about 58 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 Machavaram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machavaram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Machavaram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machavaram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Machavaram
Where is Machavaram located?
Machavaram village is located in Rompicharla Mandal, Palnadu district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machavaram?
Machavaram is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Machavaram?
The pincode of Machavaram is 522615.
What is the population of Machavaram?
Machavaram had a total population of 4,752, including 2,390 males and 2,362 females.
How many households are there in Machavaram?
Machavaram had 1,192 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machavaram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machavaram was 51.96%. Male literacy was 61.04% and female literacy was 42.90%.