Vellanki - Veerullapadu, Ntr
Vellanki is a village situated in the Veerullapadu mandal of Ntr district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from Veerullapadu and around 140 km from Machilipatnam. Vellanki village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vellanki is 588914. The village covers a total geographical area of 1083 hectares and falls under the 521181 pincode. Vijayawada is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Vellanki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Vellanki
As per Census 2011, Vellanki village has a total population of 2,887 people, consisting of 1,431 males and 1,456 females. The village has 853 households and a sex ratio of 1,017 females per 1,000 males. There are 304 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,670 literate and 1,217 illiterate residents. Additionally, 636 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 48 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vellanki are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,887 | 1,431 | 1,456 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 304 | 168 | 136 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 636 | 323 | 313 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 48 | 21 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 1,670 | 935 | 735 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,217 | 496 | 721 |
Nearby Villages of Vellanki
Vellanki 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gokarajupalle | South | 2.34 km |
| Tatigummi | South-West | 2.55 km |
| Dachavaram | East | 2.65 km |
| Konatalapalle | North | 2.87 km |
| Laxmipuram | East | 3.02 km |
| Gollamudi | North-West | 3.31 km |
| Bodavada | South | 3.39 km |
| Jammavaram | South | 3.84 km |
| Nandaluru | South-West | 4.07 km |
| Ramapuram | North-East | 4.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vellanki
Vellanki is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Errupalem, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 110.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vijayawada to Vellanki is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Vellanki is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vellanki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vellanki village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vellanki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vellanki 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Vellanki
Where is Vellanki located?
Vellanki village is located in Veerullapadu Mandal, Ntr district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vellanki?
Vellanki is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vellanki?
The pincode of Vellanki is 521181.
What is the population of Vellanki?
Vellanki has a total population of 2,887, including 1,431 males and 1,456 females.
How many households are there in Vellanki?
There are 853 households in Vellanki.
What is the literacy rate in Vellanki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vellanki is 57.85%. Male literacy is 65.34% and female literacy is 50.48%.