Velivennu - Undrajavaram, East Godavari
Velivennu is a village situated in the Undrajavaram mandal of East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from Undrajavaram and around 87 km from Eluru. Velivennu village is a designated Grama Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Velivennu is 588513. The village covers a total geographical area of 555 hectares and falls under the 534329 pincode. Tanuku is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Velivennu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Velivennu
According to the 2011 Census, Velivennu village had a total population of 12,018 people, including 6,599 males and 5,419 females, living in 2,494 households. The sex ratio was 821 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.05%, with male literacy at 86.61% and female literacy at 80.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,195, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 90.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,018 | 6,599 | 5,419 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 764 | 379 | 385 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,195 | 583 | 612 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 90 | 48 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 9,459 | 5,387 | 4,072 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,559 | 1,212 | 1,347 |
Nearby Villages of Velivennu
Velivennu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Munipalle | North-East | 2.26 km |
| Nadupalle | South-East | 2.36 km |
| Kaldhari | South-West | 2.44 km |
| Dammennu | South-East | 2.55 km |
| Settipeta | North-West | 2.79 km |
| Chilakapadu | South | 3.95 km |
| Kalavacherla | North-East | 3.98 km |
| Atlapadu | North | 3.99 km |
| Kanuru | East | 4.12 km |
| Korupalle | North-East | 4.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Velivennu
Velivennu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kaldhari, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tanuku to Velivennu is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Eluru to Velivennu is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Velivennu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Velivennu 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 Velivennu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Velivennu 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Velivennu
Where is Velivennu located?
Velivennu village is located in Undrajavaram Mandal, East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Velivennu?
Velivennu is its own Grama Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Velivennu?
The pincode of Velivennu is 534329.
What is the population of Velivennu?
Velivennu had a total population of 12,018, including 6,599 males and 5,419 females.
How many households are there in Velivennu?
Velivennu had 2,494 households.
What is the literacy rate in Velivennu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Velivennu was 84.05%. Male literacy was 86.61% and female literacy was 80.89%.