Medigadda - Palimela, Jayashankar Bhupalapally
Medigadda is a village situated in the Palimela mandal of Jayashankar Bhupalapally district, Telangana. It is located approximately 15 km from Mahadevpur and around 128 km from Karimnagar. Ambatipalli serves as the Grama Panchayat for Medigadda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Medigadda is 571878. The village covers a total geographical area of 81 hectares and falls under the 505504 pincode. Ramagundam is the nearest town, located about 67 km away.
Medigadda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Medigadda
According to the 2011 Census, Medigadda village had a total population of 572 people, including 294 males and 278 females, living in 150 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.75%, with male literacy at 76.14% and female literacy at 52.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 572 | 294 | 278 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 360 | 217 | 143 |
| Illiterate Population | 212 | 77 | 135 |
Nearby Villages of Medigadda
Medigadda is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Medigadda
Medigadda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramagundam to Medigadda is about 67 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Karimnagar to Medigadda is about 128 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Medigadda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Medigadda 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 Medigadda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Medigadda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Medigadda
Where is Medigadda located?
Medigadda village is located in Palimela Mandal, Jayashankar Bhupalapally district, Telangana, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Medigadda?
The Grama Panchayat of Medigadda is Ambatipalli.
What is the pincode of Medigadda?
The pincode of Medigadda is 505504.
What is the population of Medigadda?
Medigadda had a total population of 572, including 294 males and 278 females.
How many households are there in Medigadda?
Medigadda had 150 households.
What is the literacy rate in Medigadda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Medigadda was 64.75%. Male literacy was 76.14% and female literacy was 52.77%.