Mallam Peta - Donakonda, Prakasam
Mallam Peta is a village situated in the Donakonda mandal of Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Donakonda and around 101 km from the district headquarters in Ongole. Mallampeta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mallam Peta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mallam Peta is 590633. The village covers a total geographical area of 1541 hectares and falls under the 523315 pincode. Markapur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Mallam Peta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mallam Peta
As per Census 2011, Mallam Peta village has a total population of 2,658 people, consisting of 1,405 males and 1,253 females. The village has 649 households and a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males. There are 361 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,133 literate and 1,525 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,095 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 27 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mallam Peta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,658 | 1,405 | 1,253 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 361 | 197 | 164 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,095 | 588 | 507 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 1,133 | 758 | 375 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,525 | 647 | 878 |
Nearby Villages of Mallam Peta
Mallam Peta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kotcherla Kota | North-West | 2.69 km |
| Manginapudi | South-East | 3.49 km |
| Ananthavaram | South | 4.09 km |
| Bhumanapalle | East | 4.99 km |
| Siddayapalem | West | 4.99 km |
| Ramapuram | North | 5.69 km |
| Rudra Samudram | North-East | 5.84 km |
| Ragamakka Palle | East | 6.55 km |
| Pochamakka Palle | South-East | 6.89 km |
| Gajjala Konda | South-East | 6.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mallam Peta
Mallam Peta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gajjelakonda, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 9.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Markapur to Mallam Peta is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ongole to Mallam Peta is about 101 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mallam Peta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mallam Peta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mallam Peta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mallam Peta 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Mallam Peta
Where is Mallam Peta located?
Mallam Peta village is located in Donakonda Mandal, Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mallam Peta?
The Gram Panchayat of Mallam Peta is Mallampeta.
What is the pincode of Mallam Peta?
The pincode of Mallam Peta is 523315.
What is the population of Mallam Peta?
Mallam Peta has a total population of 2,658, including 1,405 males and 1,253 females.
How many households are there in Mallam Peta?
There are 649 households in Mallam Peta.
What is the literacy rate in Mallam Peta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mallam Peta is 42.63%. Male literacy is 53.95% and female literacy is 29.93%.