Venkupalem - Vinukonda, Palnadu
Venkupalem is a village situated in the Vinukonda mandal of Palnadu district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from Vinukonda and around 90 km from Guntur. Venkupalem village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Venkupalem is 590079. The village covers a total geographical area of 577 hectares and falls under the 522647 pincode. Vinukonda is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Venkupalem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Venkupalem
As per Census 2011, Venkupalem village has a total population of 1,047 people, consisting of 516 males and 531 females. The village has 239 households and a sex ratio of 1,029 females per 1,000 males. There are 158 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 555 literate and 492 illiterate residents. Additionally, 253 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Venkupalem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,047 | 516 | 531 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 72 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 253 | 118 | 135 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 555 | 327 | 228 |
| Illiterate Population | 492 | 189 | 303 |
Nearby Villages of Venkupalem
Venkupalem 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Narasarayanipalem | North-East | 3.49 km |
| Sarikondapalem | North-West | 4.42 km |
| Thimmayapalem | South | 5.23 km |
| Dondapadu | West | 5.43 km |
| Dasullapalle | North | 6.45 km |
| Kondramutla | North-East | 6.61 km |
| Vittamrajupalle | East | 6.62 km |
| Perurupadu | West | 7.48 km |
| Tellabadu | South | 8.22 km |
| Vaddemgunta | North | 8.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Venkupalem
Venkupalem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vinukonda, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vinukonda to Venkupalem is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Guntur to Venkupalem is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Venkupalem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Venkupalem 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Venkupalem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Venkupalem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Venkupalem
Where is Venkupalem located?
Venkupalem village is located in Vinukonda Mandal, Palnadu district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Venkupalem?
Venkupalem is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Venkupalem?
The pincode of Venkupalem is 522647.
What is the population of Venkupalem?
Venkupalem has a total population of 1,047, including 516 males and 531 females.
How many households are there in Venkupalem?
There are 239 households in Venkupalem.
What is the literacy rate in Venkupalem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Venkupalem is 53.01%. Male literacy is 63.37% and female literacy is 42.94%.