Vemulapalle - Ghantasala, Krishna
Vemulapalle is a village situated in the Ghantasala mandal of Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghantasala and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Machilipatnam. Vemulapalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vemulapalle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vemulapalle is 589705. The village covers a total geographical area of 248 hectares and falls under the 521132 pincode. Machilipatnam is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Vemulapalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Vemulapalle
As per Census 2011, Vemulapalle village has a total population of 964 people, consisting of 495 males and 469 females. The village has 296 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 74 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 621 literate and 343 illiterate residents. Additionally, 486 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vemulapalle are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 964 | 495 | 469 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 42 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 486 | 254 | 232 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 621 | 350 | 271 |
| Illiterate Population | 343 | 145 | 198 |
Nearby Villages of Vemulapalle
Vemulapalle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| China Kallepalle | North-West | 1.45 km |
| Velivolu | South-West | 1.90 km |
| Yarlagadda | South | 2.19 km |
| Chitturpu | South-East | 2.58 km |
| Kodali | North | 2.85 km |
| Nimmagadda | South-West | 2.99 km |
| Tadepalle | North-East | 3.01 km |
| Puritigadda | South | 4.00 km |
| Teluguraopalem | North-West | 4.43 km |
| Vakkalagadda | South-East | 4.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vemulapalle
Vemulapalle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bhattiprolu, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 111.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Machilipatnam to Vemulapalle is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vemulapalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vemulapalle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vemulapalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vemulapalle 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Vemulapalle
Where is Vemulapalle located?
Vemulapalle village is located in Ghantasala Mandal, Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vemulapalle?
The Gram Panchayat of Vemulapalle is Vemulapalli.
What is the pincode of Vemulapalle?
The pincode of Vemulapalle is 521132.
What is the population of Vemulapalle?
Vemulapalle has a total population of 964, including 495 males and 469 females.
How many households are there in Vemulapalle?
There are 296 households in Vemulapalle.
What is the literacy rate in Vemulapalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vemulapalle is 64.42%. Male literacy is 70.71% and female literacy is 57.78%.