D. Velamalakota - Maredumilli, Polavaram
D. Velamalakota is a village situated in the Maredumilli mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from Maredumilli and around 115 km from Kakinada. D.v.kota serves as the Grama Panchayat for D. Velamalakota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of D. Velamalakota is 586591. The village covers a total geographical area of 91 hectares and falls under the 533288 pincode. Rajahmundry is the nearest town, located about 82 km away.
D. Velamalakota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of D. Velamalakota
According to the 2011 Census, D. Velamalakota village had a total population of 463 people, including 206 males and 257 females, living in 154 households. The sex ratio was 1,248 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 27.18%, with male literacy at 35.26% and female literacy at 20.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 450.
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 | 463 | 206 | 257 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 33 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 450 | 198 | 252 |
| Literate Population | 106 | 61 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 357 | 145 | 212 |
Nearby Villages of D. Velamalakota
D. Velamalakota 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 D. Velamalakota
D. Velamalakota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Rajahmundry to D. Velamalakota is about 82 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to D. Velamalakota is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in D. Velamalakota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for D. Velamalakota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in D. Velamalakota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving D. Velamalakota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about D. Velamalakota
Where is D. Velamalakota located?
D. Velamalakota village is located in Maredumilli Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of D. Velamalakota?
The Grama Panchayat of D. Velamalakota is D.v.kota.
What is the pincode of D. Velamalakota?
The pincode of D. Velamalakota is 533288.
What is the population of D. Velamalakota?
D. Velamalakota had a total population of 463, including 206 males and 257 females.
How many households are there in D. Velamalakota?
D. Velamalakota had 154 households.
What is the literacy rate in D. Velamalakota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of D. Velamalakota was 27.18%. Male literacy was 35.26% and female literacy was 20.74%.