Veerakanellore - Gangadhara Nellore, Chittoor
Veerakanellore is a village situated in the Gangadhara Nellore mandal of Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangadhara Nellore and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Chittoor. Veerakanellore village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Veerakanellore is 596662. The village covers a total geographical area of 846 hectares and falls under the 517167 pincode. Chittoor is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Veerakanellore village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Veerakanellore
As per Census 2011, Veerakanellore village has a total population of 1,493 people, consisting of 769 males and 724 females. The village has 385 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 150 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 994 literate and 499 illiterate residents. Additionally, 774 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Veerakanellore are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,493 | 769 | 724 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 89 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 774 | 401 | 373 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 994 | 571 | 423 |
| Illiterate Population | 499 | 198 | 301 |
Nearby Villages of Veerakanellore
Veerakanellore 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Agaramangalam | South-West | 1.79 km |
| Kondepalle | North-East | 2.13 km |
| Kotagaram | West | 2.77 km |
| Gollapalle | West | 3.12 km |
| Vepanjeri | South | 3.23 km |
| Nandanoor | North-West | 3.48 km |
| Kotarlapalle | North | 3.82 km |
| Vinjam | East | 4.27 km |
| Varathuru | South-East | 4.69 km |
| Kothapalle | North-East | 4.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Veerakanellore
Veerakanellore is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rvs Nagar, while the nearest airport is Vellore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chittoor to Veerakanellore is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Veerakanellore
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Veerakanellore village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Veerakanellore
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Veerakanellore village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Veerakanellore
Where is Veerakanellore located?
Veerakanellore village is located in Gangadhara Nellore Mandal, Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Veerakanellore?
Veerakanellore is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Veerakanellore?
The pincode of Veerakanellore is 517167.
What is the population of Veerakanellore?
Veerakanellore has a total population of 1,493, including 769 males and 724 females.
How many households are there in Veerakanellore?
There are 385 households in Veerakanellore.
What is the literacy rate in Veerakanellore?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Veerakanellore is 66.58%. Male literacy is 74.25% and female literacy is 58.43%.