Veligallu - Galiveedu, Annamayya
Veligallu is a village situated in the Galiveedu mandal of Annamayya district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from Galiveedu and around 81 km from Kadapa. Veligallu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Veligallu is 593489. The village covers a total geographical area of 1939 hectares and falls under the 516267 pincode. Rayachoti is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Veligallu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Veligallu
As per Census 2011, Veligallu village has a total population of 2,000 people, consisting of 1,019 males and 981 females. The village has 523 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 259 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 933 literate and 1,067 illiterate residents. Additionally, 187 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 469 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Veligallu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,000 | 1,019 | 981 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 259 | 137 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 187 | 101 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 469 | 229 | 240 |
| Literate Population | 933 | 568 | 365 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,067 | 451 | 616 |
Nearby Villages of Veligallu
Veligallu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nambulipulikunta | North-West | 5.23 km |
| Pedaballi | South-West | 5.24 km |
| Pyarampalle | North-East | 5.31 km |
| Galiveedu | East | 6.17 km |
| Diguvapalle | South | 7.04 km |
| Araveedu | South-East | 7.68 km |
| Thumukunta | North | 7.92 km |
| Garugupalle | North-East | 8.06 km |
| Marrikommadinne | North | 8.93 km |
| Gopanapalle | East | 9.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Veligallu
Veligallu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nalacheruvu East, while the nearest airport is Kadapa Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.0 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 Rayachoti to Veligallu is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kadapa to Veligallu is about 81 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 Veligallu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Veligallu 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 Veligallu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Veligallu 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Veligallu
Where is Veligallu located?
Veligallu village is located in Galiveedu Mandal, Annamayya district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Veligallu?
Veligallu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Veligallu?
The pincode of Veligallu is 516267.
What is the population of Veligallu?
Veligallu has a total population of 2,000, including 1,019 males and 981 females.
How many households are there in Veligallu?
There are 523 households in Veligallu.
What is the literacy rate in Veligallu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Veligallu is 46.65%. Male literacy is 55.74% and female literacy is 37.21%.