Vanchula - Gudem Kotha Veedhi, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Vanchula is a village situated in the Gudem Kotha Veedhi mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from Gudem Kotha Veedhi and around 180 km from Visakhapatnam. Vanchula village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vanchula is 585469. The village covers a total geographical area of 249 hectares and falls under the 531133 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 120 km away.
Vanchula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Vanchula
According to the 2011 Census, Vanchula village had a total population of 1,049 people, including 498 males and 551 females, living in 269 households. The sex ratio was 1,106 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 36.46%, with male literacy at 49.31% and female literacy at 24.79%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,031.
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 | 1,049 | 498 | 551 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 62 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,031 | 487 | 544 |
| Literate Population | 334 | 215 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 715 | 283 | 432 |
Nearby Villages of Vanchula
Vanchula 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 Vanchula
Vanchula 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anakapalle to Vanchula is about 120 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Vanchula is about 180 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vanchula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vanchula village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vanchula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vanchula 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 Vanchula
Where is Vanchula located?
Vanchula village is located in Gudem Kotha Veedhi Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vanchula?
Vanchula is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vanchula?
The pincode of Vanchula is 531133.
What is the population of Vanchula?
Vanchula had a total population of 1,049, including 498 males and 551 females.
How many households are there in Vanchula?
Vanchula had 269 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vanchula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vanchula was 36.46%. Male literacy was 49.31% and female literacy was 24.79%.