Veluru - Chilakaluripet H/O.Purushotha Patnam, Palnadu
Veluru is a village situated in the Chilakaluripet H/O.Purushotha Patnam mandal of Palnadu district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from Chilakaluripet H/o.purushotha Patnam and around 45 km from Guntur. Velluru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Veluru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Veluru is 590188. The village covers a total geographical area of 792 hectares and falls under the 522619 pincode. Chilakaluripet is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Veluru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Veluru
As per Census 2011, Veluru village has a total population of 4,527 people, consisting of 2,247 males and 2,280 females. The village has 1,182 households and a sex ratio of 1,014 females per 1,000 males. There are 464 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,411 literate and 2,116 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,968 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 139 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Veluru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,527 | 2,247 | 2,280 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 464 | 239 | 225 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,968 | 1,023 | 945 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 139 | 67 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 2,411 | 1,391 | 1,020 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,116 | 856 | 1,260 |
Nearby Villages of Veluru
Veluru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manukondavaripalem | South | 2.42 km |
| Kukkapallevaripalem | South-East | 2.73 km |
| Thimmapuram | North | 3.80 km |
| Ganapavaram | North-West | 4.02 km |
| Jaladi | North-East | 4.59 km |
| Sandepudi | East | 4.61 km |
| Edlapadu | North-East | 5.06 km |
| Gottipadu | South | 5.96 km |
| Uppalapadu | South-East | 6.64 km |
| Chinna Pasumarru | South-West | 6.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Veluru
Veluru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Satulur, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chilakaluripet to Veluru is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Guntur to Veluru is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Veluru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Veluru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Veluru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Veluru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Veluru
Where is Veluru located?
Veluru village is located in Chilakaluripet H/O.Purushotha Patnam Mandal, Palnadu district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Veluru?
The Gram Panchayat of Veluru is Velluru.
What is the pincode of Veluru?
The pincode of Veluru is 522619.
What is the population of Veluru?
Veluru has a total population of 4,527, including 2,247 males and 2,280 females.
How many households are there in Veluru?
There are 1,182 households in Veluru.
What is the literacy rate in Veluru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Veluru is 53.26%. Male literacy is 61.90% and female literacy is 44.74%.