Vijjeswaram - Nidadavole, East Godavari
Vijjeswaram is a village situated in the Nidadavole mandal of East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from Nidadavole and around 90 km from Eluru. Vijjeswaram village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vijjeswaram is 588305. The village covers a total geographical area of 282 hectares and falls under the 534302 pincode. Nidadavole is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Vijjeswaram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Vijjeswaram
As per Census 2011, Vijjeswaram village has a total population of 2,640 people, consisting of 1,363 males and 1,277 females. The village has 718 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 270 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,509 literate and 1,131 illiterate residents. Additionally, 426 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vijjeswaram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,640 | 1,363 | 1,277 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 270 | 150 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 426 | 218 | 208 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 3 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,509 | 781 | 728 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,131 | 582 | 549 |
Nearby Villages of Vijjeswaram
Vijjeswaram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Purushothapalle | South | 1.35 km |
| Gopavaram | West | 1.75 km |
| Chigurulanka | North | 1.98 km |
| Madduru | North | 2.05 km |
| Pandalaparru | South | 2.82 km |
| D.muppavaram | South-West | 3.25 km |
| Daravaram | North-West | 3.29 km |
| Peravaram | East | 3.59 km |
| Rajavaram | South-East | 3.84 km |
| Jeediguntalanka | South | 3.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vijjeswaram
Vijjeswaram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Brahmanagudem, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.2 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nidadavole to Vijjeswaram is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Eluru to Vijjeswaram is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vijjeswaram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vijjeswaram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vijjeswaram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vijjeswaram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Vijjeswaram
Where is Vijjeswaram located?
Vijjeswaram village is located in Nidadavole Mandal, East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vijjeswaram?
Vijjeswaram is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vijjeswaram?
The pincode of Vijjeswaram is 534302.
What is the population of Vijjeswaram?
Vijjeswaram has a total population of 2,640, including 1,363 males and 1,277 females.
How many households are there in Vijjeswaram?
There are 718 households in Vijjeswaram.
What is the literacy rate in Vijjeswaram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vijjeswaram is 57.16%. Male literacy is 57.30% and female literacy is 57.01%.