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
As per Census 2011, Venkatayapalem village has a total population of 640 people, consisting of 317 males and 323 females. The village has 189 households and a sex ratio of 1,018 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 373 literate and 267 illiterate residents. Additionally, 175 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 397 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Venkatayapalem are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 640, including 317 males and 323 females.
How many households are there in Venkatayapalem?
There are 189 households in Venkatayapalem.
What is the literacy rate in Venkatayapalem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Venkatayapalem is 58.28%. Male literacy is 68.14% and female literacy is 48.61%.