Venkammapalem - Chintalapudi, Eluru
Venkammapalem is a village situated in the Chintalapudi mandal of Eluru district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from Chintalapudi and around 45 km from Eluru. Pragadavaram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Venkammapalem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Venkammapalem is 587950. The village covers a total geographical area of 362 hectares and falls under the 534461 pincode. Eluru is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Venkammapalem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Venkammapalem
According to the 2011 Census, Venkammapalem village had a total population of 375 people, including 195 males and 180 females, living in 104 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.81%, with male literacy at 61.24% and female literacy at 52.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 270.
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 | 375 | 195 | 180 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 270 | 143 | 127 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 196 | 109 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 179 | 86 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Venkammapalem
Venkammapalem 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pragadavaram | South-East | 1.54 km |
| Kanupade | North-West | 1.98 km |
| Urlagudem | North | 3.56 km |
| Thimmareddipalle | South | 3.90 km |
| Ponukumadu | East | 4.13 km |
| Sankuchakrapuram | South-East | 4.91 km |
| Talarlapalle | West | 5.39 km |
| Patchanagaram | South-East | 6.03 km |
| Krishnaraopalem | South-East | 6.09 km |
| Chintalapudi | North-West | 6.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Venkammapalem
Venkammapalem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Denduluru, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Eluru to Venkammapalem is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Venkammapalem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Venkammapalem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Venkammapalem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Venkammapalem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Venkammapalem
Where is Venkammapalem located?
Venkammapalem village is located in Chintalapudi Mandal, Eluru district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Venkammapalem?
The Gram Panchayat of Venkammapalem is Pragadavaram.
What is the pincode of Venkammapalem?
The pincode of Venkammapalem is 534461.
What is the population of Venkammapalem?
Venkammapalem had a total population of 375, including 195 males and 180 females.
How many households are there in Venkammapalem?
Venkammapalem had 104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Venkammapalem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Venkammapalem was 56.81%. Male literacy was 61.24% and female literacy was 52.10%.