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
As per Census 2011, Velpanur village has a total population of 6,526 people, consisting of 3,360 males and 3,166 females. The village has 1,518 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 756 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,578 literate and 2,948 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,214 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Velpanur are given below:
| 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 | - |
| 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 has a total population of 6,526, including 3,360 males and 3,166 females.
How many households are there in Velpanur?
There are 1,518 households in Velpanur.
What is the literacy rate in Velpanur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Velpanur is 54.83%. Male literacy is 63.07% and female literacy is 46.08%.