Velpanur - Velugodu, Nandyal
Velpanur is a village situated in the Velugodu mandal of Nandyal district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from Velgode and around 93 km from Kurnool. Velpanur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Velpanur is 594279. The village covers a total geographical area of 2902 hectares and falls under the 518533 pincode. Nandyal is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Velpanur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Velpanur
According to the 2011 Census, Velpanur village had a total population of 6,526 people, including 3,360 males and 3,166 females, living in 1,518 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.01%, with male literacy at 71.90% and female literacy at 51.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,214, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,526 | 3,360 | 3,166 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 756 | 413 | 343 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,214 | 620 | 594 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,578 | 2,119 | 1,459 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,948 | 1,241 | 1,707 |
Nearby Villages of Velpanur
Velpanur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Regadigudur | North-West | 3.94 km |
| Abdullapuram | North-East | 4.12 km |
| Pesaravayi | South-West | 5.00 km |
| Bhojanam | South | 5.22 km |
| Bilakala Gudur | West | 5.46 km |
| Gunthakandala | North | 6.35 km |
| Maddur | North | 6.47 km |
| Mothukur | South-East | 6.50 km |
| Bujanur | South-West | 6.77 km |
| Boyarevula | East | 6.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Velpanur
Velpanur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nandyal, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nandyal to Velpanur is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kurnool to Velpanur is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Velpanur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Velpanur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Velpanur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Velpanur 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Velpanur
Where is Velpanur located?
Velpanur village is located in Velugodu Mandal, Nandyal district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Velpanur?
Velpanur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Velpanur?
The pincode of Velpanur is 518533.
What is the population of Velpanur?
Velpanur had a total population of 6,526, including 3,360 males and 3,166 females.
How many households are there in Velpanur?
Velpanur had 1,518 households.
What is the literacy rate in Velpanur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Velpanur was 62.01%. Male literacy was 71.90% and female literacy was 51.68%.