Medapuram - Chennekothapalli, Sri Sathya Sai
Medapuram is a village situated in the Chennekothapalli mandal of Sri Sathya Sai district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 27 km from Chennekothapalle and around 47 km from Anantapur. Medapuram village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Medapuram is 595313. The village covers a total geographical area of 2317 hectares and falls under the 515651 pincode. Dharmavaram is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Medapuram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Medapuram
As per Census 2011, Medapuram village has a total population of 6,641 people, consisting of 3,397 males and 3,244 females. The village has 1,678 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 725 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,619 literate and 3,022 illiterate residents. Additionally, 955 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 146 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Medapuram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,641 | 3,397 | 3,244 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 725 | 366 | 359 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 955 | 482 | 473 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 146 | 66 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 3,619 | 2,215 | 1,404 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,022 | 1,182 | 1,840 |
Nearby Villages of Medapuram
Medapuram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kanumukkala | South-East | 4.83 km |
| Pothulanagepalle | North-East | 5.16 km |
| Pyadindi | North-West | 5.29 km |
| Nagasamudram | West | 5.52 km |
| Poletipalle | South-West | 6.55 km |
| Veldurthi | East | 7.34 km |
| Kesapuram | South-East | 8.74 km |
| Mallakalva | North-East | 8.94 km |
| Kodapaganipalle | South-East | 9.26 km |
| Vemuletipalle | South | 9.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Medapuram
Medapuram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Basampalle, while the nearest airport is Kadapa Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dharmavaram to Medapuram is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantapur to Medapuram is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Medapuram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Medapuram 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 Medapuram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Medapuram 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 Medapuram
Where is Medapuram located?
Medapuram village is located in Chennekothapalli Mandal, Sri Sathya Sai district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Medapuram?
Medapuram is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Medapuram?
The pincode of Medapuram is 515651.
What is the population of Medapuram?
Medapuram has a total population of 6,641, including 3,397 males and 3,244 females.
How many households are there in Medapuram?
There are 1,678 households in Medapuram.
What is the literacy rate in Medapuram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Medapuram is 54.49%. Male literacy is 65.20% and female literacy is 43.28%.