Velagalapalem - Koyyuru, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Velagalapalem is a village situated in the Koyyuru mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 37 km from Koyyuru and around 95 km from Visakhapatnam. Velagalapalem village is a designated Grama Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Velagalapalem is 585633. The village covers a total geographical area of 279 hectares and falls under the 531087 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Velagalapalem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Velagalapalem
According to the 2011 Census, Velagalapalem village had a total population of 277 people, including 140 males and 137 females, living in 94 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.84%, with male literacy at 63.85% and female literacy at 33.59%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 272.
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 | 277 | 140 | 137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 272 | 137 | 135 |
| Literate Population | 126 | 83 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 151 | 57 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Velagalapalem
Velagalapalem 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 Velagalapalem
Velagalapalem 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anakapalle to Velagalapalem is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Velagalapalem is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Velagalapalem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Velagalapalem 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Velagalapalem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Velagalapalem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Velagalapalem
Where is Velagalapalem located?
Velagalapalem village is located in Koyyuru Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Velagalapalem?
Velagalapalem is its own Grama Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Velagalapalem?
The pincode of Velagalapalem is 531087.
What is the population of Velagalapalem?
Velagalapalem had a total population of 277, including 140 males and 137 females.
How many households are there in Velagalapalem?
Velagalapalem had 94 households.
What is the literacy rate in Velagalapalem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Velagalapalem was 48.84%. Male literacy was 63.85% and female literacy was 33.59%.