Meghavaram - Tekkali, Srikakulam
Meghavaram is a village situated in the Tekkali mandal of Srikakulam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tekkali and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Srikakulam. Meghavaram village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meghavaram is 580971. The village covers a total geographical area of 97 hectares and falls under the 532203 pincode. Palasa Kasibugga is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Meghavaram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Meghavaram
As per Census 2011, Meghavaram village has a total population of 1,252 people, consisting of 620 males and 632 females. The village has 318 households and a sex ratio of 1,019 females per 1,000 males. There are 132 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 579 literate and 673 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Meghavaram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,252 | 620 | 632 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 73 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 579 | 339 | 240 |
| Illiterate Population | 673 | 281 | 392 |
Nearby Villages of Meghavaram
Meghavaram 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 Meghavaram
Meghavaram 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palasa Kasibugga to Meghavaram is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Srikakulam to Meghavaram 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 Meghavaram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meghavaram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Meghavaram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meghavaram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Meghavaram
Where is Meghavaram located?
Meghavaram village is located in Tekkali Mandal, Srikakulam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meghavaram?
Meghavaram is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Meghavaram?
The pincode of Meghavaram is 532203.
What is the population of Meghavaram?
Meghavaram has a total population of 1,252, including 620 males and 632 females.
How many households are there in Meghavaram?
There are 318 households in Meghavaram.
What is the literacy rate in Meghavaram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meghavaram is 46.25%. Male literacy is 54.68% and female literacy is 37.97%.