Vooderu - Anakapalli
Vooderu is a village situated in the Anakapalli mandal of Anakapalli district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from Anakapalle and around 40 km from Visakhapatnam. Dibbapalem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vooderu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vooderu is 586174. The village covers a total geographical area of 484 hectares and falls under the 531032 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Vooderu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Vooderu
As per Census 2011, Vooderu village has a total population of 2,750 people, consisting of 1,355 males and 1,395 females. The village has 754 households and a sex ratio of 1,029 females per 1,000 males. There are 295 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,377 literate and 1,373 illiterate residents. Additionally, 59 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vooderu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,750 | 1,355 | 1,395 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 295 | 151 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 36 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,377 | 830 | 547 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,373 | 525 | 848 |
Nearby Villages of Vooderu
Vooderu is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bowluvada (ct) | South-East | 2.18 km |
| Muddurthi | North-West | 2.20 km |
| Mamidipalem | East | 2.75 km |
| Tagarampudi | West | 2.98 km |
| Gandhavaram | North-East | 3.04 km |
| Allikhanudupalem | North-East | 3.06 km |
| Seethanagaram | South-West | 3.72 km |
| Bhogapuram | North-West | 4.14 km |
| Marturu | South-East | 4.27 km |
| Papayya Santha Palem | East | 4.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vooderu
Public transport in the Vooderu is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Anakapalle, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 104.0 km.
| 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anakapalle to Vooderu is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Vooderu is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vooderu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vooderu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vooderu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vooderu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Vooderu
Where is Vooderu located?
Vooderu village is located in Anakapalli Mandal, Anakapalli district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vooderu?
The Gram Panchayat of Vooderu is Dibbapalem.
What is the pincode of Vooderu?
The pincode of Vooderu is 531032.
What is the population of Vooderu?
Vooderu has a total population of 2,750, including 1,355 males and 1,395 females.
How many households are there in Vooderu?
There are 754 households in Vooderu.
What is the literacy rate in Vooderu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vooderu is 50.07%. Male literacy is 61.25% and female literacy is 39.21%.