Velvadam - Mylavaram, Ntr
Velvadam is a village situated in the Mylavaram mandal of Ntr district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from Mylavaram and around 125 km from Machilipatnam. Velvadam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Velvadam is 588933. The village covers a total geographical area of 2137 hectares and falls under the 521230 pincode. Vijayawada is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Velvadam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Velvadam
As per Census 2011, Velvadam village has a total population of 6,905 people, consisting of 3,469 males and 3,436 females. The village has 1,937 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 661 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,911 literate and 2,994 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,377 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Velvadam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,905 | 3,469 | 3,436 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 661 | 348 | 313 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,377 | 1,194 | 1,183 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 3,911 | 2,164 | 1,747 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,994 | 1,305 | 1,689 |
Nearby Villages of Velvadam
Velvadam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sabjapadu | North-West | 2.68 km |
| Keerthirayanigudem | East | 3.87 km |
| Chandrala | East | 4.44 km |
| Tholukodu | North | 4.81 km |
| Jangalapalle | North-West | 5.19 km |
| Ganapavaram | South-East | 5.42 km |
| Vedurubeedem | East | 6.17 km |
| Gurrajupalem | South-West | 6.41 km |
| Pondugula | West | 6.42 km |
| Bhimavarappadu | South | 6.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Velvadam
Velvadam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Cheruvu Madhavaram, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.1 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 Velvadam is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Velvadam is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Velvadam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Velvadam 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 Velvadam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Velvadam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Velvadam
Where is Velvadam located?
Velvadam village is located in Mylavaram Mandal, Ntr district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Velvadam?
Velvadam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Velvadam?
The pincode of Velvadam is 521230.
What is the population of Velvadam?
Velvadam has a total population of 6,905, including 3,469 males and 3,436 females.
How many households are there in Velvadam?
There are 1,937 households in Velvadam.
What is the literacy rate in Velvadam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Velvadam is 56.64%. Male literacy is 62.38% and female literacy is 50.84%.