Velugubanda - Rajanagaram, East Godavari
Velugubanda is a village situated in the Rajanagaram mandal of East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajanagaram and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Kakinada. Chakradwarabandam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Velugubanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Velugubanda is 587407. The village covers a total geographical area of 1756 hectares and falls under the 533294 pincode. Rajahmundry is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Velugubanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Velugubanda
As per Census 2011, Velugubanda village has a total population of 8,652 people, consisting of 4,401 males and 4,251 females. The village has 2,412 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 985 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,620 literate and 4,032 illiterate residents. Additionally, 915 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 28 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Velugubanda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,652 | 4,401 | 4,251 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 985 | 492 | 493 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 915 | 456 | 459 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 4,620 | 2,373 | 2,247 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,032 | 2,028 | 2,004 |
Nearby Villages of Velugubanda
Velugubanda is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Velugubanda
Velugubanda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Velugubanda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Rajahmundry to Velugubanda is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Velugubanda is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Velugubanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Velugubanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Velugubanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Velugubanda 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 Velugubanda
Where is Velugubanda located?
Velugubanda village is located in Rajanagaram Mandal, East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Velugubanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Velugubanda is Chakradwarabandam.
What is the pincode of Velugubanda?
The pincode of Velugubanda is 533294.
What is the population of Velugubanda?
Velugubanda has a total population of 8,652, including 4,401 males and 4,251 females.
How many households are there in Velugubanda?
There are 2,412 households in Velugubanda.
What is the literacy rate in Velugubanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Velugubanda is 53.40%. Male literacy is 53.92% and female literacy is 52.86%.