Veerampalem - Gurthedu, Polavaram
Veerampalem is a village situated in the Gurthedu mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 65 km from Y.ramavaram and around 171 km from Kakinada. Gurthedu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Veerampalem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Veerampalem is 586684. The village covers a total geographical area of 35 hectares and falls under the 533428 pincode. Peddapuram is the nearest town, located about 140 km away.
Veerampalem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Veerampalem
According to the 2011 Census, Veerampalem village had a total population of 64 people, including 28 males and 36 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 1,286 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.37%, with male literacy at 50.00% and female literacy at 36.36%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 64.
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 | 64 | 28 | 36 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 64 | 28 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 15 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Veerampalem
Veerampalem 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 Veerampalem
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Veerampalem.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Peddapuram to Veerampalem is about 140 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Veerampalem is about 171 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Veerampalem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Veerampalem 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 Veerampalem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Veerampalem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Veerampalem
Where is Veerampalem located?
Veerampalem village is located in Gurthedu Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Veerampalem?
The Gram Panchayat of Veerampalem is Gurthedu.
What is the pincode of Veerampalem?
The pincode of Veerampalem is 533428.
What is the population of Veerampalem?
Veerampalem had a total population of 64, including 28 males and 36 females.
How many households are there in Veerampalem?
Veerampalem had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Veerampalem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Veerampalem was 42.37%. Male literacy was 50.00% and female literacy was 36.36%.