Valicheru Village - Atreyapuram, Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Konaseema
Valicheru is a village situated in the Atreyapuram mandal of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Konaseema district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from Atreyapuram and around 78 km from Kakinada. Velicheru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Valicheru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Valicheru is 587558. The village covers a total geographical area of 638 hectares and falls under the 533235 pincode. Rajahmundry is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Valicheru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Valicheru
As per Census 2011, Valicheru village has a total population of 4,627 people, consisting of 2,378 males and 2,249 females. The village has 1,291 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 482 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,684 literate and 1,943 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,143 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Valicheru are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,627 | 2,378 | 2,249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 482 | 251 | 231 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,143 | 588 | 555 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 2,684 | 1,402 | 1,282 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,943 | 976 | 967 |
Nearby Villages of Valicheru
Valicheru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rajavaram | North | 2.22 km |
| Jeediguntalanka | West | 2.59 km |
| Pendyala | South-West | 2.65 km |
| Pulidindi | South-East | 2.66 km |
| Vaddiparru | South-East | 2.77 km |
| Jeedigunta | West | 3.03 km |
| Korupalle | South-West | 3.29 km |
| Pandalaparru | North-West | 3.88 km |
| Peravaram | North | 3.91 km |
| Kalavacherla | West | 4.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Valicheru
Valicheru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nidadavolu Jn, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.3 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 Rajahmundry to Valicheru is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Valicheru 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 Valicheru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Valicheru 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 Valicheru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Valicheru 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Valicheru
Where is Valicheru located?
Valicheru village is located in Atreyapuram Mandal, Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Konaseema district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Valicheru?
The Gram Panchayat of Valicheru is Velicheru.
What is the pincode of Valicheru?
The pincode of Valicheru is 533235.
What is the population of Valicheru?
Valicheru has a total population of 4,627, including 2,378 males and 2,249 females.
How many households are there in Valicheru?
There are 1,291 households in Valicheru.
What is the literacy rate in Valicheru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Valicheru is 58.01%. Male literacy is 58.96% and female literacy is 57.00%.