Umamaheswarapuram - Mundlamuru, Prakasam
Umamaheswarapuram is a village situated in the Mundlamuru mandal of Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mundlamuru and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Ongole. Umamaheswarapuram village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Umamaheswarapuram is 590788. The village covers a total geographical area of 1599 hectares and falls under the 523265 pincode. Vinukonda is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Umamaheswarapuram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Umamaheswarapuram
As per Census 2011, Umamaheswarapuram village has a total population of 3,433 people, consisting of 1,736 males and 1,697 females. The village has 871 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 501 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,283 literate and 2,150 illiterate residents. Additionally, 453 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 48 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Umamaheswarapuram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,433 | 1,736 | 1,697 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 501 | 273 | 228 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 453 | 236 | 217 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 48 | 25 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 1,283 | 761 | 522 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,150 | 975 | 1,175 |
Nearby Villages of Umamaheswarapuram
Umamaheswarapuram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vemulabanda | West | 2.64 km |
| Thammaluru | South-East | 2.79 km |
| Chintalapudi | South-West | 3.66 km |
| Purimetla | North-East | 4.02 km |
| Nadimpallivari Khandrika | South-West | 4.48 km |
| Kommavaram | North-West | 4.94 km |
| Vemula | West | 5.36 km |
| Peddaravipadu | South-East | 5.41 km |
| Bheemavaram | North | 5.88 km |
| Mundlamuru | South | 6.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Umamaheswarapuram
Umamaheswarapuram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Cheekateegalplm, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.3 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 Vinukonda to Umamaheswarapuram is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ongole to Umamaheswarapuram is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Umamaheswarapuram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Umamaheswarapuram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Umamaheswarapuram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Umamaheswarapuram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Umamaheswarapuram
Where is Umamaheswarapuram located?
Umamaheswarapuram village is located in Mundlamuru Mandal, Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Umamaheswarapuram?
Umamaheswarapuram is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Umamaheswarapuram?
The pincode of Umamaheswarapuram is 523265.
What is the population of Umamaheswarapuram?
Umamaheswarapuram has a total population of 3,433, including 1,736 males and 1,697 females.
How many households are there in Umamaheswarapuram?
There are 871 households in Umamaheswarapuram.
What is the literacy rate in Umamaheswarapuram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Umamaheswarapuram is 37.37%. Male literacy is 43.84% and female literacy is 30.76%.