Vellatur - Bollapalli, Palnadu
Vellatur is a village situated in the Bollapalli mandal of Palnadu district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from Bollapalle and around 105 km from Guntur. Naidupalem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vellatur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vellatur is 590065. The village covers a total geographical area of 3109 hectares and falls under the 522657 pincode. Sattenapalle is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Vellatur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Vellatur
As per Census 2011, Vellatur village has a total population of 8,120 people, consisting of 4,182 males and 3,938 females. The village has 2,024 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,018 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,106 literate and 5,014 illiterate residents. Additionally, 838 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,133 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vellatur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,120 | 4,182 | 3,938 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,018 | 507 | 511 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 838 | 426 | 412 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,133 | 625 | 508 |
| Literate Population | 3,106 | 1,995 | 1,111 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,014 | 2,187 | 2,827 |
Nearby Villages of Vellatur
Vellatur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| A.ramachandrapuram | North-West | 2.01 km |
| Chennamraju Palle | North | 2.07 km |
| Sangatipalle | North | 3.60 km |
| Moillakalava | North-East | 4.24 km |
| Konayapalle | North | 4.54 km |
| Chinna Dasaripalle | West | 4.92 km |
| Pedda Dasaripalle | South | 6.00 km |
| Rampathadu | North-East | 6.58 km |
| Machanur | North-West | 6.92 km |
| Paidikalva | North | 7.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vellatur
Vellatur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Gangayaplle, while the nearest airport is Kadapa Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 11.0 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 Sattenapalle to Vellatur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Guntur to Vellatur is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vellatur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vellatur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vellatur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vellatur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Vellatur
Where is Vellatur located?
Vellatur village is located in Bollapalli Mandal, Palnadu district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vellatur?
The Gram Panchayat of Vellatur is Naidupalem.
What is the pincode of Vellatur?
The pincode of Vellatur is 522657.
What is the population of Vellatur?
Vellatur has a total population of 8,120, including 4,182 males and 3,938 females.
How many households are there in Vellatur?
There are 2,024 households in Vellatur.
What is the literacy rate in Vellatur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vellatur is 38.25%. Male literacy is 47.70% and female literacy is 28.21%.