Ellapuram - Musunuru, Eluru
Ellapuram is a village situated in the Musunuru mandal of Eluru district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from Musunuru and around 90 km from Machilipatnam. Yellapuram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ellapuram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ellapuram is 589041. The village covers a total geographical area of 454 hectares and falls under the 521207 pincode. Nuzvid is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Ellapuram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ellapuram
As per Census 2011, Ellapuram village has a total population of 1,173 people, consisting of 591 males and 582 females. The village has 328 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 113 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 578 literate and 595 illiterate residents. Additionally, 422 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 15 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ellapuram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,173 | 591 | 582 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 57 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 422 | 212 | 210 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 578 | 285 | 293 |
| Illiterate Population | 595 | 306 | 289 |
Nearby Villages of Ellapuram
Ellapuram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rajampalem | East | 1.43 km |
| Nadupalle | East | 2.88 km |
| Gopavaram | South | 3.36 km |
| Bapirajugudem | North-East | 3.87 km |
| Mylavarapuvarigudem | South-East | 4.20 km |
| Balive | South-East | 4.34 km |
| Gullapudi | North-West | 4.57 km |
| Musunuru | West | 4.74 km |
| Vijayarai | East | 5.53 km |
| Dharmajigudem | North | 6.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ellapuram
Ellapuram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Vatlur, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.4 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 Nuzvid to Ellapuram is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Ellapuram is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ellapuram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ellapuram 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ellapuram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ellapuram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ellapuram
Where is Ellapuram located?
Ellapuram village is located in Musunuru Mandal, Eluru district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ellapuram?
The Gram Panchayat of Ellapuram is Yellapuram.
What is the pincode of Ellapuram?
The pincode of Ellapuram is 521207.
What is the population of Ellapuram?
Ellapuram has a total population of 1,173, including 591 males and 582 females.
How many households are there in Ellapuram?
There are 328 households in Ellapuram.
What is the literacy rate in Ellapuram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ellapuram is 49.28%. Male literacy is 48.22% and female literacy is 50.34%.