Veerapanenigudem - Gannavaram, Krishna
Veerapanenigudem is a village situated in the Gannavaram mandal of Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gannavaram and around 81 km from the district headquarters in Machilipatnam. Kothagudem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Veerapanenigudem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Veerapanenigudem is 589236. The village covers a total geographical area of 443 hectares and falls under the 521286 pincode. Vijayawada is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Veerapanenigudem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Veerapanenigudem
As per Census 2011, Veerapanenigudem village has a total population of 5,434 people, consisting of 2,574 males and 2,860 females. The village has 1,373 households and a sex ratio of 1,111 females per 1,000 males. There are 487 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,447 literate and 1,987 illiterate residents. Additionally, 978 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 435 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Veerapanenigudem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,434 | 2,574 | 2,860 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 487 | 246 | 241 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 978 | 337 | 641 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 435 | 231 | 204 |
| Literate Population | 3,447 | 1,683 | 1,764 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,987 | 891 | 1,096 |
Nearby Villages of Veerapanenigudem
Veerapanenigudem 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chikkavaram | West | 2.26 km |
| Tempalle | South | 2.52 km |
| Balliparru | East | 2.86 km |
| Metlapalle | North | 2.97 km |
| Bahubalendrunigudem | South-West | 4.30 km |
| Bandarugudem | East | 4.60 km |
| Gollanapalle | West | 4.60 km |
| Venkatanarasimhapuram | South-West | 4.66 km |
| Suravaram | North-East | 5.25 km |
| Pottipadu | South-East | 5.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Veerapanenigudem
Veerapanenigudem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pedda Avutapale, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.9 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 Vijayawada to Veerapanenigudem is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Veerapanenigudem is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Veerapanenigudem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Veerapanenigudem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Veerapanenigudem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Veerapanenigudem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Veerapanenigudem
Where is Veerapanenigudem located?
Veerapanenigudem village is located in Gannavaram Mandal, Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Veerapanenigudem?
The Gram Panchayat of Veerapanenigudem is Kothagudem.
What is the pincode of Veerapanenigudem?
The pincode of Veerapanenigudem is 521286.
What is the population of Veerapanenigudem?
Veerapanenigudem has a total population of 5,434, including 2,574 males and 2,860 females.
How many households are there in Veerapanenigudem?
There are 1,373 households in Veerapanenigudem.
What is the literacy rate in Veerapanenigudem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Veerapanenigudem is 63.43%. Male literacy is 65.38% and female literacy is 61.68%.