Medikunda - Vatpally, Sangareddy
Medikunda is a village situated in the Vatpally mandal of Sangareddy district, Telangana. It is located approximately 15 km from Regode and around 60 km from Sangareddy. Manchiryala Thanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Medikunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Medikunda is 573249. The village covers a total geographical area of 534 hectares and falls under the 502269 pincode. Medak is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Medikunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Medikunda
As per Census 2011, Medikunda village has a total population of 1,604 people, consisting of 821 males and 783 females. The village has 307 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 195 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 690 literate and 914 illiterate residents. Additionally, 389 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 127 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Medikunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,604 | 821 | 783 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 195 | 102 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 389 | 201 | 188 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 127 | 64 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 690 | 427 | 263 |
| Illiterate Population | 914 | 394 | 520 |
Transport and Connectivity of Medikunda
Medikunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Medak to Medikunda is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangareddy to Medikunda is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Medikunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Medikunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Medikunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Medikunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Medikunda
Where is Medikunda located?
Medikunda village is located in Vatpally Mandal, Sangareddy district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Medikunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Medikunda is Manchiryala Thanda.
What is the pincode of Medikunda?
The pincode of Medikunda is 502269.
What is the population of Medikunda?
Medikunda has a total population of 1,604, including 821 males and 783 females.
How many households are there in Medikunda?
There are 307 households in Medikunda.
What is the literacy rate in Medikunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Medikunda is 43.02%. Male literacy is 52.01% and female literacy is 33.59%.