Venkatayapalem - Kunavaram, Polavaram
Venkatayapalem is a village situated in the Kunavaram mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from Kunavaram and around 180 km from Khammam. Venkatayapalem village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Venkatayapalem is 579126. The village covers a total geographical area of 57 hectares and falls under the 533349 pincode. Palwancha is the nearest town, located about 83 km away.
Venkatayapalem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Venkatayapalem
According to the 2011 Census, Venkatayapalem village had a total population of 640 people, including 317 males and 323 females, living in 189 households. The sex ratio was 1,019 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.64%, with male literacy at 75.00% and female literacy at 54.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 175, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 397.
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 | 640 | 317 | 323 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 29 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 175 | 90 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 397 | 192 | 205 |
| Literate Population | 373 | 216 | 157 |
| Illiterate Population | 267 | 101 | 166 |
Nearby Villages of Venkatayapalem
Venkatayapalem 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 Venkatayapalem
Public transport in the Venkatayapalem is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Palwancha to Venkatayapalem is about 83 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Venkatayapalem is about 180 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Venkatayapalem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Venkatayapalem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Venkatayapalem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Venkatayapalem 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 Venkatayapalem
Where is Venkatayapalem located?
Venkatayapalem village is located in Kunavaram Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Venkatayapalem?
Venkatayapalem is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Venkatayapalem?
The pincode of Venkatayapalem is 533349.
What is the population of Venkatayapalem?
Venkatayapalem had a total population of 640, including 317 males and 323 females.
How many households are there in Venkatayapalem?
Venkatayapalem had 189 households.
What is the literacy rate in Venkatayapalem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Venkatayapalem was 64.64%. Male literacy was 75.00% and female literacy was 54.33%.