Vattichelakaku - Rampachodavaram, Polavaram
Vattichelakaku is a village situated in the Rampachodavaram mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from Rampachodavaram and around 102 km from Kakinada. Vemulakonda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vattichelakaku village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vattichelakaku is 587158. The village covers a total geographical area of 26 hectares and falls under the 533288 pincode. Rajahmundry is the nearest town, located about 78 km away.
Vattichelakaku village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Vattichelakaku
According to the 2011 Census, Vattichelakaku village had a total population of 247 people, including 119 males and 128 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 1,076 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.09%, with male literacy at 66.00% and female literacy at 45.69%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 247.
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 | 247 | 119 | 128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 19 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 247 | 119 | 128 |
| Literate Population | 119 | 66 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 53 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Vattichelakaku
Vattichelakaku 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 Vattichelakaku
Public transport in the Vattichelakaku is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Vattichelakaku is about 78 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Vattichelakaku is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vattichelakaku
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vattichelakaku 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 Vattichelakaku
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vattichelakaku 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 Vattichelakaku
Where is Vattichelakaku located?
Vattichelakaku village is located in Rampachodavaram Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vattichelakaku?
The Gram Panchayat of Vattichelakaku is Vemulakonda.
What is the pincode of Vattichelakaku?
The pincode of Vattichelakaku is 533288.
What is the population of Vattichelakaku?
Vattichelakaku had a total population of 247, including 119 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Vattichelakaku?
Vattichelakaku had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vattichelakaku?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vattichelakaku was 55.09%. Male literacy was 66.00% and female literacy was 45.69%.