Velagathodu
Velagathodu is a village located in Mandapeta mandal of East Godavari district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Mandapeta (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Kakinada. As per 2009 stats, Velagathodu village is also a gram panchayat.
Velagathodu has its own place in the vibrant East Godavari region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Velagathodu
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Velagathodu is 587577. The village spans a total geographical area of 343 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 533340. Mandapeta is nearest town to Velagathodu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
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Population of Velagathodu
Below is a concise population overview of Velagathodu as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
---|---|---|---|
Total Population | 4,627 | 2,298 | 2,329 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 462 | 226 | 236 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 804 | 391 | 413 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 16 | 13 |
Literate Population | 2,611 | 1,374 | 1,237 |
Illiterate Population | 2,016 | 924 | 1,092 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Velagathodu village:
- The total population of Velagathodu village is around 4,627, including approximately 2,298 males and 2,329 females, with a sex ratio of 1013 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 462 children aged 0–6 years in Velagathodu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Velagathodu village has 804 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 29 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Velagathodu village is about 56.43%, with male literacy at 59.79% and female literacy at 53.11%.
- There are around 1,440 households in Velagathodu village.
Connectivity of Velagathodu
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Velagathodu. As per the 2011 stats, Velagathodu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Velagathodu
Knowing the nearby villages of Velagathodu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Velagathodu.
Frequently Asked Questions about Velagathodu
- Where is Velagathodu located?
- Velagathodu village is situated in Mandapeta Mandal, within the East Godavari district of Andhra Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Velagathodu?
- Velagathodu serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Velagathodu?
- The pincode of Velagathodu is 533340, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Velagathodu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Velagathodu is 4,627, with 2,298 males and 2,329 females.
- How many households are there in Velagathodu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Velagathodu village has a total of 1,440 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Velagathodu as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Velagathodu is 56.43%. The male literacy rate is 59.79%, while the female literacy rate is 53.11%.