Megada - Kurupam, Parvathipuram Manyam
Megada is a village situated in the Kurupam mandal of Parvathipuram Manyam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from Kurupam and around 128 km from Vizianagaram. Podi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Megada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Megada is 582007. The village covers a total geographical area of 11 hectares and falls under the 535534 pincode. Parvathipuram is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Megada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Megada
As per Census 2011, Megada village has a total population of 55 people, consisting of 28 males and 27 females. The village has 16 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 12 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 18 literate and 37 illiterate residents. Additionally, 51 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Megada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 55 | 28 | 27 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 51 | 27 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 18 | 14 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 14 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Megada
Megada is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Megada
Public transport in the Megada is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Parvathipuram to Megada is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Vizianagaram to Megada is about 128 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Megada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Megada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Megada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Megada 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Megada
Where is Megada located?
Megada village is located in Kurupam Mandal, Parvathipuram Manyam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Megada?
The Gram Panchayat of Megada is Podi.
What is the pincode of Megada?
The pincode of Megada is 535534.
What is the population of Megada?
Megada has a total population of 55, including 28 males and 27 females.
How many households are there in Megada?
There are 16 households in Megada.
What is the literacy rate in Megada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Megada is 32.73%. Male literacy is 50.00% and female literacy is 14.81%.