Venkatadri Palem - Yerragondapalem, Markapuram
Venkatadri Palem is a village situated in the Yerragondapalem mandal of Markapuram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from Yerragondapalem and around 150 km from Ongole. Ganjivaripalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Venkatadri Palem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Venkatadri Palem is 590528. The village covers a total geographical area of 3250 hectares and falls under the 523327 pincode. Markapur is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Venkatadri Palem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Venkatadri Palem
As per Census 2011, Venkatadri Palem village has a total population of 7,674 people, consisting of 3,924 males and 3,750 females. The village has 1,744 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,117 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,887 literate and 4,787 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,183 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 586 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Venkatadri Palem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,674 | 3,924 | 3,750 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,117 | 566 | 551 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,183 | 1,113 | 1,070 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 586 | 303 | 283 |
| Literate Population | 2,887 | 1,936 | 951 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,787 | 1,988 | 2,799 |
Nearby Villages of Venkatadri Palem
Venkatadri Palem 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rayavaram | North-East | 4.50 km |
| Kolukula | South | 4.72 km |
| Yerragonda Palem | East | 6.87 km |
| Kataruvani Palle | South | 7.17 km |
| Millampalle | East | 9.15 km |
| Lingamvani Palle | South | 11.71 km |
| Gurrapusala | South | 11.76 km |
| Ammani Gudi Padu | South-East | 12.33 km |
| Gollavidipi | East | 12.68 km |
| Boyala Palle | South-East | 13.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Venkatadri Palem
Venkatadri Palem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gajjelakonda, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.8 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 Markapur to Venkatadri Palem is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ongole to Venkatadri Palem is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Venkatadri Palem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Venkatadri Palem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Venkatadri Palem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Venkatadri Palem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Venkatadri Palem
Where is Venkatadri Palem located?
Venkatadri Palem village is located in Yerragondapalem Mandal, Markapuram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Venkatadri Palem?
The Gram Panchayat of Venkatadri Palem is Ganjivaripalli.
What is the pincode of Venkatadri Palem?
The pincode of Venkatadri Palem is 523327.
What is the population of Venkatadri Palem?
Venkatadri Palem has a total population of 7,674, including 3,924 males and 3,750 females.
How many households are there in Venkatadri Palem?
There are 1,744 households in Venkatadri Palem.
What is the literacy rate in Venkatadri Palem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Venkatadri Palem is 37.62%. Male literacy is 49.34% and female literacy is 25.36%.