Venkatanarasimhapuram - Gannavaram, Krishna
Venkatanarasimhapuram is a village situated in the Gannavaram mandal of Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gannavaram and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Machilipatnam. Kesarapalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Venkatanarasimhapuram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Venkatanarasimhapuram is 589243. The village covers a total geographical area of 251 hectares and falls under the 521101 pincode. Vijayawada is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Venkatanarasimhapuram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Venkatanarasimhapuram
As per Census 2011, Venkatanarasimhapuram village has a total population of 1,404 people, consisting of 684 males and 720 females. The village has 382 households and a sex ratio of 1,052 females per 1,000 males. There are 152 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 879 literate and 525 illiterate residents. Additionally, 229 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 31 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Venkatanarasimhapuram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,404 | 684 | 720 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 76 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 229 | 113 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 20 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 879 | 466 | 413 |
| Illiterate Population | 525 | 218 | 307 |
Nearby Villages of Venkatanarasimhapuram
Venkatanarasimhapuram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bahubalendrunigudem | South-East | 1.70 km |
| Gollanapalle | North | 3.01 km |
| Gopavarapugudem | North-West | 3.05 km |
| Purushottapatnam | South | 3.12 km |
| Kondapavuluru | West | 3.18 km |
| Chikkavaram | North-East | 3.36 km |
| Gannavaram | South-East | 3.96 km |
| Veerapanenigudem | North-East | 4.66 km |
| Tempalle | East | 4.68 km |
| Thotapalle | North | 6.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Venkatanarasimhapuram
Venkatanarasimhapuram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gannavaram, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vijayawada to Venkatanarasimhapuram is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Venkatanarasimhapuram is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Venkatanarasimhapuram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Venkatanarasimhapuram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Venkatanarasimhapuram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Venkatanarasimhapuram 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Venkatanarasimhapuram
Where is Venkatanarasimhapuram located?
Venkatanarasimhapuram village is located in Gannavaram Mandal, Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Venkatanarasimhapuram?
The Gram Panchayat of Venkatanarasimhapuram is Kesarapalli.
What is the pincode of Venkatanarasimhapuram?
The pincode of Venkatanarasimhapuram is 521101.
What is the population of Venkatanarasimhapuram?
Venkatanarasimhapuram has a total population of 1,404, including 684 males and 720 females.
How many households are there in Venkatanarasimhapuram?
There are 382 households in Venkatanarasimhapuram.
What is the literacy rate in Venkatanarasimhapuram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Venkatanarasimhapuram is 62.61%. Male literacy is 68.13% and female literacy is 57.36%.