Veera Venkata Puram - Donakonda, Prakasam
Veera Venkata Puram is a village situated in the Donakonda mandal of Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh. Donakonda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Veera Venkata Puram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Veera Venkata Puram is 590626. The village covers a total geographical area of 127 hectares and falls under the 523305 pincode. Markapur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Veera Venkata Puram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Veera Venkata Puram
As per Census 2011, Veera Venkata Puram village has a total population of 798 people, consisting of 403 males and 395 females. The village has 211 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 80 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 587 literate and 211 illiterate residents. Additionally, 310 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Veera Venkata Puram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 798 | 403 | 395 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 45 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 310 | 155 | 155 |
| Literate Population | 587 | 333 | 254 |
| Illiterate Population | 211 | 70 | 141 |
Nearby Villages of Veera Venkata Puram
Veera Venkata Puram is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Vabbapuram | South-East | 2.22 km |
| Yerrabalem | East | 2.40 km |
| Bada Puram | West | 2.42 km |
| Narasimhanayuni Palem | South | 2.88 km |
| Gangadona Konda | East | 4.12 km |
| Peddanna Palem | South | 4.24 km |
| Indla Cheruvu | South-West | 5.00 km |
| Potlapadu | North-East | 6.41 km |
| Lakshmi Narayana Puram | South | 6.51 km |
| West Naidupalem | North | 6.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Veera Venkata Puram
Veera Venkata Puram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Donakonda, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 3.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Markapur to Veera Venkata Puram is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ongole to Veera Venkata Puram is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Veera Venkata Puram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Veera Venkata Puram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Veera Venkata Puram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Veera Venkata Puram 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Veera Venkata Puram
Where is Veera Venkata Puram located?
Veera Venkata Puram village is located in Donakonda Mandal, Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Veera Venkata Puram?
The Gram Panchayat of Veera Venkata Puram is Donakonda.
What is the pincode of Veera Venkata Puram?
The pincode of Veera Venkata Puram is 523305.
What is the population of Veera Venkata Puram?
Veera Venkata Puram has a total population of 798, including 403 males and 395 females.
How many households are there in Veera Venkata Puram?
There are 211 households in Veera Venkata Puram.
What is the literacy rate in Veera Venkata Puram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Veera Venkata Puram is 73.56%. Male literacy is 82.63% and female literacy is 64.30%.