Ventrapragada - Pedaparupudi, Krishna
Ventrapragada is a village situated in the Pedaparupudi mandal of Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pedaparupudi and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Machilipatnam. Ventrapragada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ventrapragada is 589467. The village covers a total geographical area of 1523 hectares and falls under the 521263 pincode. Gudivada is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Ventrapragada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ventrapragada
As per Census 2011, Ventrapragada village has a total population of 6,500 people, consisting of 3,169 males and 3,331 females. The village has 2,015 households and a sex ratio of 1,051 females per 1,000 males. There are 542 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,507 literate and 1,993 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,939 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 130 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ventrapragada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,500 | 3,169 | 3,331 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 542 | 259 | 283 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,939 | 943 | 996 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 130 | 68 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 4,507 | 2,286 | 2,221 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,993 | 883 | 1,110 |
Nearby Villages of Ventrapragada
Ventrapragada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kornipadu | East | 1.89 km |
| Vemanda | North-West | 2.15 km |
| Vanapamula | South-East | 2.65 km |
| Somavarappadu | North-East | 3.06 km |
| Ravulapadu | East | 3.20 km |
| Kalavapamula | West | 3.53 km |
| Zamidintakurru | South-East | 3.59 km |
| Vinjarampadu | North | 3.73 km |
| Mukkapadu | North | 3.96 km |
| Ramachandrapuram | South-West | 4.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ventrapragada
Ventrapragada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ventrapragada, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Gudivada to Ventrapragada is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Ventrapragada is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ventrapragada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ventrapragada 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 Ventrapragada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ventrapragada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ventrapragada
Where is Ventrapragada located?
Ventrapragada village is located in Pedaparupudi Mandal, Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ventrapragada?
Ventrapragada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ventrapragada?
The pincode of Ventrapragada is 521263.
What is the population of Ventrapragada?
Ventrapragada has a total population of 6,500, including 3,169 males and 3,331 females.
How many households are there in Ventrapragada?
There are 2,015 households in Ventrapragada.
What is the literacy rate in Ventrapragada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ventrapragada is 69.34%. Male literacy is 72.14% and female literacy is 66.68%.