Mogilicherla - Lingasamudram, Prakasam
Mogilicherla is a village situated in the Lingasamudram mandal of Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lingasamudram and around 93 km from the district headquarters in Ongole. Mogilicherla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mogilicherla is 591562. The village covers a total geographical area of 3223 hectares and falls under the 523114 pincode. Kandukur is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Mogilicherla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mogilicherla
As per Census 2011, Mogilicherla village has a total population of 2,768 people, consisting of 1,435 males and 1,333 females. The village has 709 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 314 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,202 literate and 1,566 illiterate residents. Additionally, 453 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 59 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mogilicherla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,768 | 1,435 | 1,333 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 314 | 166 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 453 | 211 | 242 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 28 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 1,202 | 776 | 426 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,566 | 659 | 907 |
Nearby Villages of Mogilicherla
Mogilicherla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Racheruvurajupalem | East | 3.93 km |
| Bodavada | North-West | 4.28 km |
| Narasimhapuram | South-East | 4.69 km |
| Renimadugu | South-West | 4.85 km |
| Kasturinaidupalle | South-West | 4.94 km |
| Veligandla | South | 5.54 km |
| Marrigunta | South | 5.58 km |
| Malakondapuram | North-West | 6.89 km |
| Ayyavaripalle | North | 7.02 km |
| Jagamreddi Khandrika | North-East | 7.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mogilicherla
Mogilicherla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tettu, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kandukur to Mogilicherla is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ongole to Mogilicherla is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mogilicherla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mogilicherla 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 Mogilicherla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mogilicherla 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mogilicherla
Where is Mogilicherla located?
Mogilicherla village is located in Lingasamudram Mandal, Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mogilicherla?
Mogilicherla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mogilicherla?
The pincode of Mogilicherla is 523114.
What is the population of Mogilicherla?
Mogilicherla has a total population of 2,768, including 1,435 males and 1,333 females.
How many households are there in Mogilicherla?
There are 709 households in Mogilicherla.
What is the literacy rate in Mogilicherla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mogilicherla is 43.42%. Male literacy is 54.08% and female literacy is 31.96%.