Velagalapadu - Ananthagiri, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Velagalapadu is a village situated in the Ananthagiri mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from Ananthagiri and around 86 km from Visakhapatnam. Pinakota serves as the Gram Panchayat for Velagalapadu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Velagalapadu is 584287. The village covers a total geographical area of 23 hectares and falls under the 531030 pincode. Vizianagaram is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Velagalapadu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Velagalapadu
According to the 2011 Census, Velagalapadu village had a total population of 72 people, including 39 males and 33 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 846 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 30.00%, with male literacy at 43.75% and female literacy at 14.29%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 72.
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 | 72 | 39 | 33 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 72 | 39 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 18 | 14 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 25 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Velagalapadu
Velagalapadu 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 Velagalapadu
Velagalapadu 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 >10 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 Vizianagaram to Velagalapadu is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Velagalapadu is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Velagalapadu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Velagalapadu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Velagalapadu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Velagalapadu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Velagalapadu
Where is Velagalapadu located?
Velagalapadu village is located in Ananthagiri Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Velagalapadu?
The Gram Panchayat of Velagalapadu is Pinakota.
What is the pincode of Velagalapadu?
The pincode of Velagalapadu is 531030.
What is the population of Velagalapadu?
Velagalapadu had a total population of 72, including 39 males and 33 females.
How many households are there in Velagalapadu?
Velagalapadu had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Velagalapadu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Velagalapadu was 30.00%. Male literacy was 43.75% and female literacy was 14.29%.