Venkatapuram - Penuganchiprolu, Ntr
Venkatapuram is a village situated in the Penuganchiprolu mandal of Ntr district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from Penuganchiprolu and around 128 km from Machilipatnam. Venkatapuram village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Venkatapuram is 588863. The village covers a total geographical area of 796 hectares and falls under the 521190 pincode. Jaggaiahpet is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Venkatapuram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Venkatapuram
As per Census 2011, Venkatapuram village has a total population of 1,318 people, consisting of 671 males and 647 females. The village has 342 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 131 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 652 literate and 666 illiterate residents. Additionally, 648 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 21 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Venkatapuram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,318 | 671 | 647 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 57 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 648 | 323 | 325 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 652 | 382 | 270 |
| Illiterate Population | 666 | 289 | 377 |
Nearby Villages of Venkatapuram
Venkatapuram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kollikulla | North-West | 1.53 km |
| Sanagapadu | South-East | 2.80 km |
| Thotacherla | South-West | 3.40 km |
| Subbayagudem | North-West | 3.43 km |
| Gummadidurru | North-East | 4.17 km |
| Mundlapadu | North-West | 4.67 km |
| Konduru | East | 4.76 km |
| Munagacherla | South | 5.12 km |
| Nawabpeta | South-West | 5.17 km |
| Magallu | South-East | 5.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Venkatapuram
Venkatapuram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Madhira, while the nearest airport is Warangal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 107.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaggaiahpet to Venkatapuram is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Venkatapuram is about 128 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Venkatapuram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Venkatapuram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Venkatapuram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Venkatapuram 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Venkatapuram
Where is Venkatapuram located?
Venkatapuram village is located in Penuganchiprolu Mandal, Ntr district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Venkatapuram?
Venkatapuram is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Venkatapuram?
The pincode of Venkatapuram is 521190.
What is the population of Venkatapuram?
Venkatapuram has a total population of 1,318, including 671 males and 647 females.
How many households are there in Venkatapuram?
There are 342 households in Venkatapuram.
What is the literacy rate in Venkatapuram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Venkatapuram is 49.47%. Male literacy is 56.93% and female literacy is 41.73%.