Veeravaram - Kadiam, East Godavari
Veeravaram is a village situated in the Kadiam mandal of East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kadiam and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Kakinada. Pottilanka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Veeravaram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Veeravaram is 587553. The village covers a total geographical area of 813 hectares and falls under the 533126 pincode. Mandapeta is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Veeravaram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Veeravaram
As per Census 2011, Veeravaram village has a total population of 9,735 people, consisting of 4,772 males and 4,963 females. The village has 2,693 households and a sex ratio of 1,040 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,045 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,982 literate and 3,753 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,481 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 36 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Veeravaram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,735 | 4,772 | 4,963 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,045 | 513 | 532 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,481 | 692 | 789 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 36 | 18 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 5,982 | 3,024 | 2,958 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,753 | 1,748 | 2,005 |
Nearby Villages of Veeravaram
Veeravaram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Damireddipalle | North-East | 2.13 km |
| Madiki | South-East | 2.61 km |
| Baduguvanilanka | South | 3.13 km |
| Kadiam | North | 3.74 km |
| Muramanda | East | 4.48 km |
| Dulla | South-East | 4.50 km |
| Utchili | South-West | 4.91 km |
| Vaddiparru | West | 5.04 km |
| Jegurupadu | North-East | 5.22 km |
| Choppela | South-East | 5.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Veeravaram
Veeravaram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kadiyan, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.2 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 Mandapeta to Veeravaram is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Veeravaram is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Veeravaram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Veeravaram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Veeravaram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Veeravaram 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Veeravaram
Where is Veeravaram located?
Veeravaram village is located in Kadiam Mandal, East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Veeravaram?
The Gram Panchayat of Veeravaram is Pottilanka.
What is the pincode of Veeravaram?
The pincode of Veeravaram is 533126.
What is the population of Veeravaram?
Veeravaram has a total population of 9,735, including 4,772 males and 4,963 females.
How many households are there in Veeravaram?
There are 2,693 households in Veeravaram.
What is the literacy rate in Veeravaram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Veeravaram is 61.45%. Male literacy is 63.37% and female literacy is 59.60%.