Vanukuru - Penamaluru, Krishna
Vanukuru is a village situated in the Penamaluru mandal of Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Penamaluru and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Machilipatnam. Vanukuru village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vanukuru is 589506. The village covers a total geographical area of 876 hectares and falls under the 521151 pincode. Vijayawada is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Vanukuru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Vanukuru
As per Census 2011, Vanukuru village has a total population of 6,625 people, consisting of 3,190 males and 3,435 females. The village has 1,862 households and a sex ratio of 1,076 females per 1,000 males. There are 593 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,399 literate and 2,226 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,651 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 72 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vanukuru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,625 | 3,190 | 3,435 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 593 | 270 | 323 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,651 | 1,297 | 1,354 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 72 | 34 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 4,399 | 2,236 | 2,163 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,226 | 954 | 1,272 |
Nearby Villages of Vanukuru
Vanukuru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gosala | East | 2.31 km |
| Godavarru | South-East | 3.23 km |
| Madduru | South | 3.47 km |
| Chodavaram | West | 3.68 km |
| Edupugallu | North-East | 3.90 km |
| Punadipadu | East | 5.00 km |
| Prodduturu | South-East | 5.19 km |
| Pedapulipaka | North-West | 5.77 km |
| Konathanapadu | East | 5.78 km |
| Royyuru | South | 5.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vanukuru
Vanukuru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nidamanuru, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 106.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Vijayawada to Vanukuru is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Vanukuru is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vanukuru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vanukuru 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 Vanukuru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vanukuru 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 Vanukuru
Where is Vanukuru located?
Vanukuru village is located in Penamaluru Mandal, Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vanukuru?
Vanukuru is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vanukuru?
The pincode of Vanukuru is 521151.
What is the population of Vanukuru?
Vanukuru has a total population of 6,625, including 3,190 males and 3,435 females.
How many households are there in Vanukuru?
There are 1,862 households in Vanukuru.
What is the literacy rate in Vanukuru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vanukuru is 66.40%. Male literacy is 70.09% and female literacy is 62.97%.