Vemagiri - Kadiam, East Godavari
Vemagiri is a village situated in the Kadiam mandal of East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kadiam and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Kakinada. Vemagiri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vemagiri is 587549. The village covers a total geographical area of 897 hectares and falls under the 533125 pincode. Rajahmundry is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Vemagiri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Vemagiri
As per Census 2011, Vemagiri village has a total population of 14,613 people, consisting of 7,333 males and 7,280 females. The village has 3,964 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,537 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 9,787 literate and 4,826 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,392 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 140 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vemagiri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 14,613 | 7,333 | 7,280 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,537 | 767 | 770 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,392 | 1,178 | 1,214 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 140 | 76 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 9,787 | 5,156 | 4,631 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,826 | 2,177 | 2,649 |
Nearby Villages of Vemagiri
Vemagiri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kadiam | South-East | 2.51 km |
| Peravaram | West | 5.05 km |
| Damireddipalle | South-East | 5.84 km |
| Veeravaram | South | 5.85 km |
| Jegurupadu | East | 5.94 km |
| Rajavaram | South-West | 6.03 km |
| Konda Gunturu | East | 6.28 km |
| Valicheru | South-West | 6.71 km |
| Vaddiparru | South | 7.17 km |
| Meruipadu | East | 7.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vemagiri
Vemagiri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kadiyan, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajahmundry to Vemagiri is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Vemagiri is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vemagiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vemagiri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vemagiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vemagiri 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Vemagiri
Where is Vemagiri located?
Vemagiri village is located in Kadiam Mandal, East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vemagiri?
Vemagiri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vemagiri?
The pincode of Vemagiri is 533125.
What is the population of Vemagiri?
Vemagiri has a total population of 14,613, including 7,333 males and 7,280 females.
How many households are there in Vemagiri?
There are 3,964 households in Vemagiri.
What is the literacy rate in Vemagiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vemagiri is 66.97%. Male literacy is 70.31% and female literacy is 63.61%.