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 Grama 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
According to the 2011 Census, Veera Venkata Puram village had a total population of 798 people, including 403 males and 395 females, living in 211 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.75%, with male literacy at 93.02% and female literacy at 70.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 310.
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 | 798 | 403 | 395 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 45 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 310 | 155 | 155 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 Grama Panchayat of Veera Venkata Puram?
The Grama 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 had a total population of 798, including 403 males and 395 females.
How many households are there in Veera Venkata Puram?
Veera Venkata Puram had 211 households.
What is the literacy rate in Veera Venkata Puram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Veera Venkata Puram was 81.75%. Male literacy was 93.02% and female literacy was 70.56%.