Venkayyagaripeta - Chodavaram, Anakapalli
Venkayyagaripeta is a village situated in the Chodavaram mandal of Anakapalli district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 2 km from Chodavaram and around 58 km from Visakhapatnam. Chodavaram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Venkayyagaripeta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Venkayyagaripeta is 586213. The village covers a total geographical area of 403 hectares and falls under the 531036 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Venkayyagaripeta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Venkayyagaripeta
As per Census 2011, Venkayyagaripeta village has a total population of 2,811 people, consisting of 1,275 males and 1,536 females. The village has 664 households and a sex ratio of 1,204 females per 1,000 males. There are 281 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,839 literate and 972 illiterate residents. Additionally, 765 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 31 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Venkayyagaripeta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,811 | 1,275 | 1,536 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 281 | 147 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 765 | 375 | 390 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | - | 31 |
| Literate Population | 1,839 | 908 | 931 |
| Illiterate Population | 972 | 367 | 605 |
Nearby Villages of Venkayyagaripeta
Venkayyagaripeta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Annavaram | South-West | 1.34 km |
| Damunapalle | North-West | 1.82 km |
| Mycherlapalem | North-West | 2.16 km |
| Narasayyapeta | South-West | 2.40 km |
| Lakkavaram | East | 2.63 km |
| Khandipalle | North | 2.98 km |
| Juttada | South-East | 3.05 km |
| Laxmipuram | West | 3.18 km |
| Ankupalem | South-West | 3.42 km |
| Seetharampura Agraharam | North-West | 3.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Venkayyagaripeta
Venkayyagaripeta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 95.1 km.
| 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 Venkayyagaripeta is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Venkayyagaripeta is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Venkayyagaripeta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Venkayyagaripeta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Venkayyagaripeta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Venkayyagaripeta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Venkayyagaripeta
Where is Venkayyagaripeta located?
Venkayyagaripeta village is located in Chodavaram Mandal, Anakapalli district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Venkayyagaripeta?
The Gram Panchayat of Venkayyagaripeta is Chodavaram.
What is the pincode of Venkayyagaripeta?
The pincode of Venkayyagaripeta is 531036.
What is the population of Venkayyagaripeta?
Venkayyagaripeta has a total population of 2,811, including 1,275 males and 1,536 females.
How many households are there in Venkayyagaripeta?
There are 664 households in Venkayyagaripeta.
What is the literacy rate in Venkayyagaripeta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Venkayyagaripeta is 65.42%. Male literacy is 71.22% and female literacy is 60.61%.