Venkagudem - Chinturu, Polavaram
Venkagudem is a village situated in the Chinturu mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from Chintur and around 190 km from Khammam. Pega serves as the Gram Panchayat for Venkagudem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Venkagudem is 579162. The village covers a total geographical area of 539 hectares and falls under the 533352 pincode. Palwancha is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Venkagudem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Venkagudem
According to the 2011 Census, Venkagudem village had a total population of 401 people, including 219 males and 182 females, living in 93 households. The sex ratio was 831 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 14.51%, with male literacy at 15.52% and female literacy at 13.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 401.
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 | 401 | 219 | 182 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 45 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 401 | 219 | 182 |
| Literate Population | 47 | 27 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 354 | 192 | 162 |
Nearby Villages of Venkagudem
Venkagudem is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Venkagudem
Public transport in the Venkagudem is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palwancha to Venkagudem is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Venkagudem is about 190 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Venkagudem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Venkagudem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Venkagudem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Venkagudem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Venkagudem
Where is Venkagudem located?
Venkagudem village is located in Chinturu Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Venkagudem?
The Gram Panchayat of Venkagudem is Pega.
What is the pincode of Venkagudem?
The pincode of Venkagudem is 533352.
What is the population of Venkagudem?
Venkagudem had a total population of 401, including 219 males and 182 females.
How many households are there in Venkagudem?
Venkagudem had 93 households.
What is the literacy rate in Venkagudem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Venkagudem was 14.51%. Male literacy was 15.52% and female literacy was 13.33%.