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 Grama 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
According to the 2011 Census, Vellatur village had a total population of 8,120 people, including 4,182 males and 3,938 females, living in 2,024 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.73%, with male literacy at 54.29% and female literacy at 32.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 838, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,133.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 Grama Panchayat of Vellatur?
The Grama Panchayat of Vellatur is Naidupalem.
What is the pincode of Vellatur?
The pincode of Vellatur is 522657.
What is the population of Vellatur?
Vellatur had a total population of 8,120, including 4,182 males and 3,938 females.
How many households are there in Vellatur?
Vellatur had 2,024 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vellatur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vellatur was 43.73%. Male literacy was 54.29% and female literacy was 32.42%.