Velpucherla - Musunuru, Eluru
Velpucherla is a village situated in the Musunuru mandal of Eluru district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from Musunuru and around 103 km from Machilipatnam. Velpucherla village is a designated Grama Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Velpucherla is 589046. The village covers a total geographical area of 1886 hectares and falls under the 521207 pincode. Eluru is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Velpucherla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Velpucherla
According to the 2011 Census, Velpucherla village had a total population of 4,158 people, including 2,144 males and 2,014 females, living in 1,081 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.50%, with male literacy at 70.43% and female literacy at 64.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,946, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 133.
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 | 4,158 | 2,144 | 2,014 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 404 | 220 | 184 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,946 | 1,018 | 928 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 133 | 66 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 2,534 | 1,355 | 1,179 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,624 | 789 | 835 |
Nearby Villages of Velpucherla
Velpucherla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Balive | North | 2.55 km |
| Singavaram | South-East | 3.20 km |
| Chillaboyinapalle | South-West | 3.39 km |
| Mylavarapuvarigudem | North | 3.89 km |
| Alliveedu | East | 4.06 km |
| Gopavaram | North-West | 4.41 km |
| Koppaka | South | 4.90 km |
| Jagannadhapuram | East | 4.96 km |
| Nadupalle | North | 5.03 km |
| Muthanaveedu | North-East | 5.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Velpucherla
Velpucherla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vatlur, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.0 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 Eluru to Velpucherla is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Velpucherla is about 103 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Velpucherla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Velpucherla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Velpucherla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Velpucherla 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 Velpucherla
Where is Velpucherla located?
Velpucherla village is located in Musunuru Mandal, Eluru district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Velpucherla?
Velpucherla is its own Grama Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Velpucherla?
The pincode of Velpucherla is 521207.
What is the population of Velpucherla?
Velpucherla had a total population of 4,158, including 2,144 males and 2,014 females.
How many households are there in Velpucherla?
Velpucherla had 1,081 households.
What is the literacy rate in Velpucherla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Velpucherla was 67.50%. Male literacy was 70.43% and female literacy was 64.43%.