Venigandla - Pedakakani, Guntur
Venigandla is a village situated in the Pedakakani mandal of Guntur district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pedakakani and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Guntur. Venigandla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Venigandla is 590252. The village covers a total geographical area of 1399 hectares and falls under the 522509 pincode. Guntur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Venigandla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Venigandla
As per Census 2011, Venigandla village has a total population of 7,062 people, consisting of 3,480 males and 3,582 females. The village has 1,911 households and a sex ratio of 1,029 females per 1,000 males. There are 685 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,286 literate and 2,776 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,430 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 902 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Venigandla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,062 | 3,480 | 3,582 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 685 | 356 | 329 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,430 | 716 | 714 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 902 | 432 | 470 |
| Literate Population | 4,286 | 2,342 | 1,944 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,776 | 1,138 | 1,638 |
Nearby Villages of Venigandla
Venigandla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pedakakani | South-East | 2.61 km |
| Agatha Varappadu | South | 3.26 km |
| Jonnalagadda | North-West | 3.32 km |
| Koppuravuru | North-East | 3.41 km |
| Lam | North-West | 5.79 km |
| Kantheru | North-East | 6.14 km |
| Uppalapadu | South-East | 6.44 km |
| Nambur | East | 6.64 km |
| Takkellapadu | South-East | 6.79 km |
| Kaza | North-East | 8.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Venigandla
Venigandla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pedakakani Halt, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Guntur to Venigandla is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Venigandla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Venigandla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Venigandla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Venigandla 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 Venigandla
Where is Venigandla located?
Venigandla village is located in Pedakakani Mandal, Guntur district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Venigandla?
Venigandla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Venigandla?
The pincode of Venigandla is 522509.
What is the population of Venigandla?
Venigandla has a total population of 7,062, including 3,480 males and 3,582 females.
How many households are there in Venigandla?
There are 1,911 households in Venigandla.
What is the literacy rate in Venigandla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Venigandla is 60.69%. Male literacy is 67.30% and female literacy is 54.27%.