Merakamudidam - Merakamudidam, Vizianagaram
Merakamudidam is a village situated in the Merakamudidam mandal of Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh. Merakamudidam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Merakamudidam is 582616. The village covers a total geographical area of 939 hectares and falls under the 535102 pincode. Bobbili is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Merakamudidam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Merakamudidam
As per Census 2011, Merakamudidam village has a total population of 4,257 people, consisting of 2,101 males and 2,156 females. The village has 1,041 households and a sex ratio of 1,026 females per 1,000 males. There are 394 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,053 literate and 2,204 illiterate residents. Additionally, 719 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Merakamudidam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,257 | 2,101 | 2,156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 394 | 203 | 191 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 719 | 383 | 336 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,053 | 1,197 | 856 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,204 | 904 | 1,300 |
Nearby Villages of Merakamudidam
Merakamudidam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Somalingapuram | South-East | 1.84 km |
| Syamayavalasa | North | 2.54 km |
| Vootapalle | North-West | 2.57 km |
| Gottipalle | South-West | 2.64 km |
| Ramayavalasa | East | 3.00 km |
| Budarayavalasa | South | 3.26 km |
| Ravivalasa (near) Mudidam | North-East | 3.30 km |
| Sivvamdoravalasa | West | 3.39 km |
| Gopannavalasa | South-East | 3.62 km |
| Marrivalasa | East | 3.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Merakamudidam
Merakamudidam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Maradam Halt, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bobbili to Merakamudidam is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Vizianagaram to Merakamudidam is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Merakamudidam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Merakamudidam 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 Merakamudidam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Merakamudidam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Merakamudidam
Where is Merakamudidam located?
Merakamudidam village is located in Merakamudidam Mandal, Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Merakamudidam?
Merakamudidam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Merakamudidam?
The pincode of Merakamudidam is 535102.
What is the population of Merakamudidam?
Merakamudidam has a total population of 4,257, including 2,101 males and 2,156 females.
How many households are there in Merakamudidam?
There are 1,041 households in Merakamudidam.
What is the literacy rate in Merakamudidam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Merakamudidam is 48.23%. Male literacy is 56.97% and female literacy is 39.70%.