Machanapalle - Duvvur, Y.S.R. Kadapa
Machanapalle is a village situated in the Duvvur mandal of Y.S.R. Kadapa district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from Duvvur and around 51 km from Kadapa. Bukkayapalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machanapalle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machanapalle is 592920. The village covers a total geographical area of 1438 hectares and falls under the 516175 pincode. Proddatur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Machanapalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Machanapalle
As per Census 2011, Machanapalle village has a total population of 4,733 people, consisting of 2,366 males and 2,367 females. The village has 1,137 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 489 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,671 literate and 2,062 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,008 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Machanapalle are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,733 | 2,366 | 2,367 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 489 | 265 | 224 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,008 | 506 | 502 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 2,671 | 1,575 | 1,096 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,062 | 791 | 1,271 |
Nearby Villages of Machanapalle
Machanapalle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vengannagaripalle | South-East | 1.35 km |
| Ballakkivaripalle | North | 1.95 km |
| Annapusastrula Palle | East | 2.43 km |
| Nelaturu | North-West | 3.13 km |
| Madur | South | 3.52 km |
| Kamanur | West | 4.10 km |
| Rajupalem | North-East | 4.93 km |
| Gudipadu | East | 5.32 km |
| Chiyyapadu | South-East | 5.62 km |
| Upparapalle | South | 5.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Machanapalle
Machanapalle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Yerragudipad, while the nearest airport is Kadapa Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Proddatur to Machanapalle is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kadapa to Machanapalle is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machanapalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machanapalle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Machanapalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machanapalle village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Machanapalle
Where is Machanapalle located?
Machanapalle village is located in Duvvur Mandal, Y.S.R. Kadapa district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machanapalle?
The Gram Panchayat of Machanapalle is Bukkayapalli.
What is the pincode of Machanapalle?
The pincode of Machanapalle is 516175.
What is the population of Machanapalle?
Machanapalle has a total population of 4,733, including 2,366 males and 2,367 females.
How many households are there in Machanapalle?
There are 1,137 households in Machanapalle.
What is the literacy rate in Machanapalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machanapalle is 56.43%. Male literacy is 66.57% and female literacy is 46.30%.