Veleru - Bapulapadu, Krishna
Veleru is a village situated in the Bapulapadu mandal of Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bapulapadu and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Machilipatnam. Veleru village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Veleru is 589080. The village covers a total geographical area of 1480 hectares and falls under the 521110 pincode. Eluru is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Veleru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Veleru
As per Census 2011, Veleru village has a total population of 4,655 people, consisting of 2,349 males and 2,306 females. The village has 1,228 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 353 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,491 literate and 1,164 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,367 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 394 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Veleru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,655 | 2,349 | 2,306 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 353 | 171 | 182 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,367 | 656 | 711 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 394 | 211 | 183 |
| Literate Population | 3,491 | 1,828 | 1,663 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,164 | 521 | 643 |
Nearby Villages of Veleru
Veleru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bapulapadu | East | 2.25 km |
| Serinarasannapalem | South | 3.03 km |
| Epuru | East | 3.07 km |
| Remalle | North-West | 3.28 km |
| Seetarampuram | North-East | 3.81 km |
| Rangannagudem | West | 3.84 km |
| Veeravalli | South-West | 4.55 km |
| Marribandam | North | 4.60 km |
| Tallamudi | East | 4.93 km |
| Singannagudem | West | 5.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Veleru
Veleru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Nuzvid, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Eluru to Veleru is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Veleru is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Veleru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Veleru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Veleru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Veleru 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Veleru
Where is Veleru located?
Veleru village is located in Bapulapadu Mandal, Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Veleru?
Veleru is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Veleru?
The pincode of Veleru is 521110.
What is the population of Veleru?
Veleru has a total population of 4,655, including 2,349 males and 2,306 females.
How many households are there in Veleru?
There are 1,228 households in Veleru.
What is the literacy rate in Veleru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Veleru is 74.99%. Male literacy is 77.82% and female literacy is 72.12%.