Venkatapuram - Mopidevi, Krishna
Venkatapuram is a village situated in the Mopidevi mandal of Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mopidevi and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Machilipatnam. Venkatapuram village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Venkatapuram is 589759. The village covers a total geographical area of 145 hectares and falls under the 521130 pincode. Machilipatnam is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Venkatapuram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Venkatapuram
As per Census 2011, Venkatapuram village has a total population of 1,347 people, consisting of 673 males and 674 females. The village has 407 households and a sex ratio of 1,001 females per 1,000 males. There are 110 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 860 literate and 487 illiterate residents. Additionally, 521 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 44 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Venkatapuram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,347 | 673 | 674 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 59 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 521 | 256 | 265 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 44 | 26 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 860 | 473 | 387 |
| Illiterate Population | 487 | 200 | 287 |
Nearby Villages of Venkatapuram
Venkatapuram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tekupalle | South-East | 1.54 km |
| Mellamarru | East | 1.99 km |
| Pedaprolu | North-West | 2.08 km |
| Annavaram | North-East | 2.19 km |
| Merakanapalle | South | 2.23 km |
| Mellamarthi Lanka | South-East | 2.86 km |
| Chiruvolu | South-West | 3.15 km |
| Mopidevi | South-West | 3.20 km |
| Kaptanupalem | North-West | 3.66 km |
| North Chiruvolulanka | South | 3.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Venkatapuram
Venkatapuram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Repalle, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 113.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Machilipatnam to Venkatapuram is about 27 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 Venkatapuram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Venkatapuram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Venkatapuram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Venkatapuram 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Venkatapuram
Where is Venkatapuram located?
Venkatapuram village is located in Mopidevi Mandal, Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Venkatapuram?
Venkatapuram is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Venkatapuram?
The pincode of Venkatapuram is 521130.
What is the population of Venkatapuram?
Venkatapuram has a total population of 1,347, including 673 males and 674 females.
How many households are there in Venkatapuram?
There are 407 households in Venkatapuram.
What is the literacy rate in Venkatapuram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Venkatapuram is 63.85%. Male literacy is 70.28% and female literacy is 57.42%.