Velagaleru - Gaddamanugu Konduru, Ntr
Velagaleru is a village situated in the Gaddamanugu Konduru mandal of Ntr district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from G.konduru and around 83 km from Machilipatnam. Velagaleru village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Velagaleru is 589147. The village covers a total geographical area of 1362 hectares and falls under the 521229 pincode. Vijayawada is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Velagaleru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Velagaleru
As per Census 2011, Velagaleru village has a total population of 5,057 people, consisting of 2,533 males and 2,524 females. The village has 1,395 households and a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males. There are 557 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,119 literate and 1,938 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,752 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Velagaleru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,057 | 2,533 | 2,524 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 557 | 288 | 269 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,752 | 921 | 831 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 4 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 3,119 | 1,659 | 1,460 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,938 | 874 | 1,064 |
Nearby Villages of Velagaleru
Velagaleru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Narasayagudem | West | 2.26 km |
| Haveli Mutyalampadu | North | 2.47 km |
| Kotturu | South-East | 2.54 km |
| Chegireddipadu | North-East | 2.90 km |
| Kandulapadu | North | 2.93 km |
| Atukuru | North-West | 3.98 km |
| Kavuluru | South-West | 4.04 km |
| Pinapaka | North-West | 4.20 km |
| Tadepalle | South | 4.27 km |
| Vemavaram | South | 5.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Velagaleru
Velagaleru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kondapalli, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 106.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vijayawada to Velagaleru is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Velagaleru is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Velagaleru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Velagaleru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Velagaleru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Velagaleru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Velagaleru
Where is Velagaleru located?
Velagaleru village is located in Gaddamanugu Konduru Mandal, Ntr district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Velagaleru?
Velagaleru is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Velagaleru?
The pincode of Velagaleru is 521229.
What is the population of Velagaleru?
Velagaleru has a total population of 5,057, including 2,533 males and 2,524 females.
How many households are there in Velagaleru?
There are 1,395 households in Velagaleru.
What is the literacy rate in Velagaleru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Velagaleru is 61.68%. Male literacy is 65.50% and female literacy is 57.84%.