Venturu - Rayavaram, East Godavari
Venturu is a village situated in the Rayavaram mandal of East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rayavaram and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Kakinada. Venturu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Venturu is 587591. The village covers a total geographical area of 807 hectares and falls under the 533256 pincode. Ramachandrapuram is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Venturu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Venturu
As per Census 2011, Venturu village has a total population of 5,579 people, consisting of 2,794 males and 2,785 females. The village has 1,680 households and a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males. There are 532 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,453 literate and 2,126 illiterate residents. Additionally, 975 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 57 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Venturu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,579 | 2,794 | 2,785 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 532 | 285 | 247 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 975 | 478 | 497 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 57 | 31 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 3,453 | 1,790 | 1,663 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,126 | 1,004 | 1,122 |
Nearby Villages of Venturu
Venturu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Utrumilli | North-East | 1.89 km |
| Chelluru | North-West | 2.64 km |
| Kurakallapalle | South | 2.78 km |
| Velampalem | South-East | 2.87 km |
| Kurmapuram | South-West | 3.49 km |
| Jagannaikulapalem | East | 4.06 km |
| Kaleru | West | 4.55 km |
| Yerupalle | North-East | 4.57 km |
| Paningapalle | South | 5.08 km |
| Machavaram | North-West | 5.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Venturu
Venturu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Anaparti, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Ramachandrapuram to Venturu is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Venturu is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Venturu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Venturu 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 Venturu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Venturu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Venturu
Where is Venturu located?
Venturu village is located in Rayavaram Mandal, East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Venturu?
Venturu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Venturu?
The pincode of Venturu is 533256.
What is the population of Venturu?
Venturu has a total population of 5,579, including 2,794 males and 2,785 females.
How many households are there in Venturu?
There are 1,680 households in Venturu.
What is the literacy rate in Venturu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Venturu is 61.89%. Male literacy is 64.07% and female literacy is 59.71%.