Vatangi - Rajavommangi, Polavaram
Vatangi is a village situated in the Rajavommangi mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from Rajavommangi and around 104 km from Kakinada. Vatangi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vatangi is 586928. The village covers a total geographical area of 476 hectares and falls under the 533436 pincode. Peddapuram is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Vatangi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Vatangi
As per Census 2011, Vatangi village has a total population of 715 people, consisting of 346 males and 369 females. The village has 240 households and a sex ratio of 1,066 females per 1,000 males. There are 59 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 341 literate and 374 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 621 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vatangi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 715 | 346 | 369 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 25 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 7 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 621 | 306 | 315 |
| Literate Population | 341 | 172 | 169 |
| Illiterate Population | 374 | 174 | 200 |
Nearby Villages of Vatangi
Vatangi 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 Vatangi
Vatangi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Peddapuram to Vatangi is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Vatangi is about 104 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vatangi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vatangi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vatangi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vatangi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vatangi
Where is Vatangi located?
Vatangi village is located in Rajavommangi Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vatangi?
Vatangi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vatangi?
The pincode of Vatangi is 533436.
What is the population of Vatangi?
Vatangi has a total population of 715, including 346 males and 369 females.
How many households are there in Vatangi?
There are 240 households in Vatangi.
What is the literacy rate in Vatangi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vatangi is 47.69%. Male literacy is 49.71% and female literacy is 45.80%.