Madicherla - Rampachodavaram, Polavaram
Madicherla is a village situated in the Rampachodavaram mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from Rampachodavaram and around 92 km from Kakinada. Madicherla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madicherla is 587140. The village covers a total geographical area of 47 hectares and falls under the 533288 pincode. Rajahmundry is the nearest town, located about 72 km away.
Madicherla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Madicherla
According to the 2011 Census, Madicherla village had a total population of 645 people, including 303 males and 342 females, living in 184 households. The sex ratio was 1,129 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 35.38%, with male literacy at 47.49% and female literacy at 24.10%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 642.
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 | 645 | 303 | 342 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 44 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 642 | 301 | 341 |
| Literate Population | 190 | 123 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 455 | 180 | 275 |
Nearby Villages of Madicherla
Madicherla 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 Madicherla
Madicherla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajahmundry to Madicherla is about 72 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Madicherla is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madicherla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madicherla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Madicherla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madicherla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Madicherla
Where is Madicherla located?
Madicherla village is located in Rampachodavaram Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madicherla?
Madicherla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Madicherla?
The pincode of Madicherla is 533288.
What is the population of Madicherla?
Madicherla had a total population of 645, including 303 males and 342 females.
How many households are there in Madicherla?
Madicherla had 184 households.
What is the literacy rate in Madicherla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madicherla was 35.38%. Male literacy was 47.49% and female literacy was 24.10%.