Mogallu - Palacoderu, West Godavari
Mogallu is a village situated in the Palacoderu mandal of West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palacoderu and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Eluru. Mogallu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mogallu is 588626. The village covers a total geographical area of 1340 hectares and falls under the 534209 pincode. Bhimavaram is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Mogallu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mogallu
As per Census 2011, Mogallu village has a total population of 7,102 people, consisting of 3,517 males and 3,585 females. The village has 2,041 households and a sex ratio of 1,019 females per 1,000 males. There are 666 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,647 literate and 2,455 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,102 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 119 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mogallu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,102 | 3,517 | 3,585 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 666 | 327 | 339 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,102 | 541 | 561 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 119 | 64 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 4,647 | 2,438 | 2,209 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,455 | 1,079 | 1,376 |
Nearby Villages of Mogallu
Mogallu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Palakoderu | South-West | 2.37 km |
| Korukollu | North | 2.81 km |
| Skinnerapuram | North-East | 3.04 km |
| Vendra | South-East | 3.31 km |
| Vendra Agraharam | East | 3.48 km |
| Unikili | East | 3.51 km |
| Mypa | North-West | 3.86 km |
| Garagaparru | West | 3.88 km |
| Gollalakoderu | West | 4.36 km |
| Kondepudi | East | 4.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mogallu
Mogallu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vendra, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.6 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 Bhimavaram to Mogallu is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Eluru to Mogallu is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mogallu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mogallu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mogallu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mogallu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mogallu
Where is Mogallu located?
Mogallu village is located in Palacoderu Mandal, West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mogallu?
Mogallu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mogallu?
The pincode of Mogallu is 534209.
What is the population of Mogallu?
Mogallu has a total population of 7,102, including 3,517 males and 3,585 females.
How many households are there in Mogallu?
There are 2,041 households in Mogallu.
What is the literacy rate in Mogallu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mogallu is 65.43%. Male literacy is 69.32% and female literacy is 61.62%.