Vemulapudi - Narsipatnam, Anakapalli
Vemulapudi is a village situated in the Narsipatnam mandal of Anakapalli district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from Narsipatnam and around 80 km from Visakhapatnam. Mettapalem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vemulapudi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vemulapudi is 585798. The village covers a total geographical area of 1736 hectares and falls under the 531117 pincode. Tuni is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Vemulapudi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Vemulapudi
As per Census 2011, Vemulapudi village has a total population of 9,907 people, consisting of 4,956 males and 4,951 females. The village has 2,541 households and a sex ratio of 998 females per 1,000 males. There are 943 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,029 literate and 4,878 illiterate residents. Additionally, 826 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vemulapudi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,907 | 4,956 | 4,951 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 943 | 487 | 456 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 826 | 445 | 381 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 19 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 5,029 | 2,886 | 2,143 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,878 | 2,070 | 2,808 |
Nearby Villages of Vemulapudi
Vemulapudi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Yerakannapalem | South | 1.69 km |
| Duggada | North | 2.37 km |
| Annavaram | East | 2.68 km |
| Dharmasagaram | North-East | 3.72 km |
| Amalapuram | South-West | 3.74 km |
| Mulagapudi Bennavaram | West | 4.29 km |
| Yendapalle | East | 4.35 km |
| Bapiraju Kothapalle | South-East | 4.35 km |
| Jalluru | East | 5.25 km |
| Bodapalem | South | 5.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vemulapudi
Vemulapudi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Narsipatnam Rd, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.8 km.
| 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 Tuni to Vemulapudi is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Vemulapudi is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vemulapudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vemulapudi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vemulapudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vemulapudi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Vemulapudi
Where is Vemulapudi located?
Vemulapudi village is located in Narsipatnam Mandal, Anakapalli district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vemulapudi?
The Gram Panchayat of Vemulapudi is Mettapalem.
What is the pincode of Vemulapudi?
The pincode of Vemulapudi is 531117.
What is the population of Vemulapudi?
Vemulapudi has a total population of 9,907, including 4,956 males and 4,951 females.
How many households are there in Vemulapudi?
There are 2,541 households in Vemulapudi.
What is the literacy rate in Vemulapudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vemulapudi is 50.76%. Male literacy is 58.23% and female literacy is 43.28%.