Vommavaram - S.Rayavaram, Anakapalli
Vommavaram is a village situated in the S.Rayavaram mandal of Anakapalli district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from S.rayavaram and around 78 km from Visakhapatnam. Vommavaram village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vommavaram is 586490. The village covers a total geographical area of 184 hectares and falls under the 531060 pincode. Tuni is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Vommavaram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Vommavaram
As per Census 2011, Vommavaram village has a total population of 3,628 people, consisting of 1,791 males and 1,837 females. The village has 939 households and a sex ratio of 1,025 females per 1,000 males. There are 352 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,859 literate and 1,769 illiterate residents. Additionally, 429 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vommavaram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,628 | 1,791 | 1,837 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 352 | 202 | 150 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 429 | 214 | 215 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,859 | 962 | 897 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,769 | 829 | 940 |
Nearby Villages of Vommavaram
Vommavaram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Penugollu | North-West | 2.09 km |
| Dharmavaram Agraharam | North | 2.32 km |
| Lingarajupalem | South-East | 2.76 km |
| Bheemavaram | West | 3.01 km |
| Pulaparthi | North-East | 3.06 km |
| Koruprolu | South | 3.29 km |
| Padmanabharaju Peta | North | 3.53 km |
| Thimmapuram | South-West | 4.14 km |
| Karrivanipalem | East | 4.34 km |
| Krishnapuram | North-East | 4.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vommavaram
Vommavaram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Regupalem, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tuni to Vommavaram is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Vommavaram is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vommavaram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vommavaram 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 Vommavaram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vommavaram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Vommavaram
Where is Vommavaram located?
Vommavaram village is located in S.Rayavaram Mandal, Anakapalli district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vommavaram?
Vommavaram is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vommavaram?
The pincode of Vommavaram is 531060.
What is the population of Vommavaram?
Vommavaram has a total population of 3,628, including 1,791 males and 1,837 females.
How many households are there in Vommavaram?
There are 939 households in Vommavaram.
What is the literacy rate in Vommavaram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vommavaram is 51.24%. Male literacy is 53.71% and female literacy is 48.83%.