Venkam Peta - Gudluru, Prakasam
Venkam Peta is a village situated in the Gudluru mandal of Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gudluru and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Ongole. Venkampeta serves as the Grama Panchayat for Venkam Peta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Venkam Peta is 591584. The village covers a total geographical area of 355 hectares and falls under the 523281 pincode. Kandukur is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Venkam Peta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Venkam Peta
According to the 2011 Census, Venkam Peta village had a total population of 347 people, including 174 males and 173 females, living in 88 households. The sex ratio was 994 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.95%, with male literacy at 68.15% and female literacy at 43.51%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 40.
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 | 347 | 174 | 173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 17 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 25 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 174 | 107 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 173 | 67 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Venkam Peta
Venkam Peta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Darakanipadu | North | 2.87 km |
| Chinapavani | West | 3.47 km |
| Basireddy Palem | North-East | 3.53 km |
| Chinala Trapi | South | 3.98 km |
| Puretipalle | North-West | 4.12 km |
| Gudluru | East | 5.34 km |
| Anneboinapalle | North-West | 6.02 km |
| Dappalampadu | North | 6.25 km |
| Mutyalapadu | South-West | 6.63 km |
| Gundlapalem | North-East | 6.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Venkam Peta
Venkam Peta is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Tettu, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.9 km.
| 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 Kandukur to Venkam Peta is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ongole to Venkam Peta is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Venkam Peta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Venkam Peta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Venkam Peta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Venkam Peta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Venkam Peta
Where is Venkam Peta located?
Venkam Peta village is located in Gudluru Mandal, Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Venkam Peta?
The Grama Panchayat of Venkam Peta is Venkampeta.
What is the pincode of Venkam Peta?
The pincode of Venkam Peta is 523281.
What is the population of Venkam Peta?
Venkam Peta had a total population of 347, including 174 males and 173 females.
How many households are there in Venkam Peta?
Venkam Peta had 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Venkam Peta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Venkam Peta was 55.95%. Male literacy was 68.15% and female literacy was 43.51%.