Vejuvada - Gurthedu, Polavaram
Vejuvada is a village situated in the Gurthedu mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 70 km from Y.ramavaram and around 134 km from Kakinada. Kaniwada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vejuvada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vejuvada is 586676. The village covers a total geographical area of 158 hectares and falls under the 533483 pincode. Peddapuram is the nearest town, located about 122 km away.
Vejuvada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Vejuvada
According to the 2011 Census, Vejuvada village had a total population of 253 people, including 130 males and 123 females, living in 64 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 7.37%, with male literacy at 15.56% and female literacy at 0.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 253.
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 | 253 | 130 | 123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 40 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 253 | 130 | 123 |
| Literate Population | 14 | 14 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 239 | 116 | 123 |
Nearby Villages of Vejuvada
Vejuvada 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 Vejuvada
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Vejuvada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Peddapuram to Vejuvada is about 122 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Vejuvada is about 134 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vejuvada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vejuvada 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 Vejuvada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vejuvada 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 Vejuvada
Where is Vejuvada located?
Vejuvada village is located in Gurthedu Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vejuvada?
The Gram Panchayat of Vejuvada is Kaniwada.
What is the pincode of Vejuvada?
The pincode of Vejuvada is 533483.
What is the population of Vejuvada?
Vejuvada had a total population of 253, including 130 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Vejuvada?
Vejuvada had 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vejuvada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vejuvada was 7.37%. Male literacy was 15.56% and female literacy was 0.00%.