Vetchangi - Munchingi Puttu, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Vetchangi is a village situated in the Munchingi Puttu mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from Munchingi Puttu and around 189 km from Visakhapatnam. Karimukhiputtu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vetchangi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vetchangi is 583515. The village covers a total geographical area of 155 hectares and falls under the 531040 pincode. Jeypore(orissa) is the nearest town, located about 100 km away.
Vetchangi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Vetchangi
According to the 2011 Census, Vetchangi village had a total population of 61 people, including 32 males and 29 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 23.73%, with male literacy at 36.67% and female literacy at 10.34%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 61.
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 | 61 | 32 | 29 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 61 | 32 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 14 | 11 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 21 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Vetchangi
Vetchangi 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 Vetchangi
Public transport in the Vetchangi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Jeypore(orissa) to Vetchangi is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Vetchangi is about 189 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vetchangi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vetchangi 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 Vetchangi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vetchangi 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Vetchangi
Where is Vetchangi located?
Vetchangi village is located in Munchingi Puttu Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vetchangi?
The Gram Panchayat of Vetchangi is Karimukhiputtu.
What is the pincode of Vetchangi?
The pincode of Vetchangi is 531040.
What is the population of Vetchangi?
Vetchangi had a total population of 61, including 32 males and 29 females.
How many households are there in Vetchangi?
Vetchangi had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vetchangi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vetchangi was 23.73%. Male literacy was 36.67% and female literacy was 10.34%.