Meedipentla - Vemula, Y.S.R. Kadapa
Meedipentla is a village situated in the Vemula mandal of Y.S.R. Kadapa district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from Vemula and around 71 km from Kadapa. Meedi Penta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Meedipentla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meedipentla is 593229. The village covers a total geographical area of 3204 hectares and falls under the 516349 pincode. Pulivendla is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Meedipentla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Meedipentla
As per Census 2011, Meedipentla village has a total population of 3,176 people, consisting of 1,758 males and 1,418 females. The village has 896 households and a sex ratio of 806 females per 1,000 males. There are 388 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,455 literate and 1,721 illiterate residents. Additionally, 318 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 21 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Meedipentla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,176 | 1,758 | 1,418 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 388 | 193 | 195 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 318 | 184 | 134 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 15 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,455 | 971 | 484 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,721 | 787 | 934 |
Nearby Villages of Meedipentla
Meedipentla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vemula | North | 4.73 km |
| Gondipalle | North-East | 6.01 km |
| Velpula | North-West | 6.15 km |
| V.kothapalle | North-East | 7.50 km |
| T.velamvaripalle | East | 8.22 km |
| Peddajutur | North | 8.78 km |
| Vepamampeta | South | 8.82 km |
| Udumulakurthy | South-West | 9.17 km |
| Tallapalle | East | 10.05 km |
| Gollalagudur | North | 10.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Meedipentla
Meedipentla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kalasumudram, while the nearest airport is Kadapa Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pulivendla to Meedipentla is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kadapa to Meedipentla is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Meedipentla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meedipentla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Meedipentla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meedipentla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Meedipentla
Where is Meedipentla located?
Meedipentla village is located in Vemula Mandal, Y.S.R. Kadapa district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meedipentla?
The Gram Panchayat of Meedipentla is Meedi Penta.
What is the pincode of Meedipentla?
The pincode of Meedipentla is 516349.
What is the population of Meedipentla?
Meedipentla has a total population of 3,176, including 1,758 males and 1,418 females.
How many households are there in Meedipentla?
There are 896 households in Meedipentla.
What is the literacy rate in Meedipentla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meedipentla is 45.81%. Male literacy is 55.23% and female literacy is 34.13%.