Visweswaram - Repalle, Bapatla
Visweswaram is a village situated in the Repalle mandal of Bapatla district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from Repalle and around 86 km from Guntur. Visweswaram village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Visweswaram is 590509. The village covers a total geographical area of 317 hectares and falls under the 522264 pincode. Repalle is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Visweswaram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Visweswaram
As per Census 2011, Visweswaram village has a total population of 794 people, consisting of 403 males and 391 females. The village has 252 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 73 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 457 literate and 337 illiterate residents. Additionally, 201 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 38 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Visweswaram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 794 | 403 | 391 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 42 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 201 | 102 | 99 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 24 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 457 | 251 | 206 |
| Illiterate Population | 337 | 152 | 185 |
Nearby Villages of Visweswaram
Visweswaram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kamarajugadda | North | 2.74 km |
| Nagayalanka | South-East | 2.85 km |
| Singupalem | West | 3.32 km |
| Kaithepalle | South-West | 3.93 km |
| Edlanka | North | 3.97 km |
| Nalluru | North | 4.29 km |
| Chodayapalem | South | 4.66 km |
| Nangegadda | East | 5.41 km |
| Vekanuru | North-East | 5.62 km |
| Aravapalle | North-West | 6.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Visweswaram
Visweswaram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Repalle, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 115.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Repalle to Visweswaram is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Guntur to Visweswaram is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Visweswaram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Visweswaram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Visweswaram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Visweswaram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Visweswaram
Where is Visweswaram located?
Visweswaram village is located in Repalle Mandal, Bapatla district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Visweswaram?
Visweswaram is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Visweswaram?
The pincode of Visweswaram is 522264.
What is the population of Visweswaram?
Visweswaram has a total population of 794, including 403 males and 391 females.
How many households are there in Visweswaram?
There are 252 households in Visweswaram.
What is the literacy rate in Visweswaram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Visweswaram is 57.56%. Male literacy is 62.28% and female literacy is 52.69%.