Merakalu

Merakalu is a village located in Chintapalle mandal of Visakhapatnam district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Chintapalle (tehsildar office) and 150km away from district headquarter Visakhapatnam. As per 2009 stats, Kudumsarai is the gram panchayat of Merakalu village.

Merakalu has its own place in the vibrant Visakhapatnam region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Merakalu

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Merakalu is 585161. The village spans a total geographical area of 28 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 531111. Anakapalle is nearest town to Merakalu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 110km away.

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Population of Merakalu

Below is a concise population overview of Merakalu as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 168 70 98
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 23 11 12
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 166 69 97
Literate Population 38 22 16
Illiterate Population 130 48 82

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Merakalu village:

  • The total population of Merakalu village is around 168, including approximately 70 males and 98 females, with a sex ratio of 1400 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 23 children aged 0–6 years in Merakalu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Merakalu village has 166 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Merakalu village is about 22.62%, with male literacy at 31.43% and female literacy at 16.33%.
  • There are around 34 households in Merakalu village.

Connectivity of Merakalu

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Merakalu. As per the 2011 stats, Merakalu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Merakalu

Knowing the nearby villages of Merakalu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Merakalu.

Goppugudiselu Vandanapalle Turubongulu Kitumula Boddaputtu Donipolalu Vanchuladurgam Sampangiputtu Bokkellu Bheemanupalle Gorrelametta

Frequently Asked Questions about Merakalu

Where is Merakalu located?
Merakalu village is situated in Chintapalle Mandal, within the Visakhapatnam district of Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Merakalu?
The Gram Panchayat of Merakalu is Kudumsarai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Merakalu?
The pincode of Merakalu is 531111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Merakalu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Merakalu is 168, with 70 males and 98 females.
How many households are there in Merakalu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Merakalu village has a total of 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Merakalu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Merakalu is 22.62%. The male literacy rate is 31.43%, while the female literacy rate is 16.33%.