Venkatrajugudem - Bapulapadu, Krishna
Venkatrajugudem is a village situated in the Bapulapadu mandal of Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bapulapadu and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Machilipatnam. Thippanagunta serves as the Grama Panchayat for Venkatrajugudem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Venkatrajugudem is 589094. The village covers a total geographical area of 88 hectares and falls under the 521106 pincode. Gudivada is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Venkatrajugudem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Venkatrajugudem
According to the 2011 Census, Venkatrajugudem village had a total population of 466 people, including 242 males and 224 females, living in 128 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.09%, with male literacy at 68.95% and female literacy at 69.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 434.
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 | 466 | 242 | 224 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 23 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 434 | 222 | 212 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 295 | 151 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 171 | 91 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Venkatrajugudem
Venkatrajugudem 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kanumolu | East | 1.84 km |
| Serinarasannapalem | North | 2.37 km |
| Tippanagunta | South-West | 2.81 km |
| Dantaguntla | East | 3.27 km |
| Veeravalli | North-West | 3.56 km |
| Arugolanu | South | 4.27 km |
| Kakulapadu | East | 4.41 km |
| Bapulapadu | North | 4.86 km |
| Amrutalingampeta | North-East | 5.12 km |
| Chirivada | South | 5.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Venkatrajugudem
Venkatrajugudem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Viravalli, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gudivada to Venkatrajugudem is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Venkatrajugudem is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Venkatrajugudem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Venkatrajugudem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Venkatrajugudem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Venkatrajugudem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Venkatrajugudem
Where is Venkatrajugudem located?
Venkatrajugudem village is located in Bapulapadu Mandal, Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Venkatrajugudem?
The Grama Panchayat of Venkatrajugudem is Thippanagunta.
What is the pincode of Venkatrajugudem?
The pincode of Venkatrajugudem is 521106.
What is the population of Venkatrajugudem?
Venkatrajugudem had a total population of 466, including 242 males and 224 females.
How many households are there in Venkatrajugudem?
Venkatrajugudem had 128 households.
What is the literacy rate in Venkatrajugudem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Venkatrajugudem was 69.09%. Male literacy was 68.95% and female literacy was 69.23%.