Veeranna Palem - Parchur, Bapatla
Veeranna Palem is a village situated in the Parchur mandal of Bapatla district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from Parchur and around 64 km from Ongole. Potukatla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Veeranna Palem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Veeranna Palem is 590727. The village covers a total geographical area of 2443 hectares and falls under the 523169 pincode. Chirala is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Veeranna Palem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Veeranna Palem
As per Census 2011, Veeranna Palem village has a total population of 5,382 people, consisting of 2,635 males and 2,747 females. The village has 1,655 households and a sex ratio of 1,042 females per 1,000 males. There are 475 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,301 literate and 2,081 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,637 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 92 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Veeranna Palem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,382 | 2,635 | 2,747 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 475 | 233 | 242 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,637 | 811 | 826 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 92 | 43 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 3,301 | 1,831 | 1,470 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,081 | 804 | 1,277 |
Nearby Villages of Veeranna Palem
Veeranna Palem 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ramanayapalem | North-East | 3.60 km |
| Kunkalamarru | South | 3.81 km |
| Bodawadamandagunta | North-West | 4.04 km |
| Narasayapalem | East | 5.71 km |
| Upputur | South-West | 6.24 km |
| Garnepudi | North | 6.95 km |
| Adusumalle | North-West | 6.97 km |
| Chennubhotla Palem | North-East | 6.99 km |
| Wada | South-East | 7.91 km |
| Karamchedu | South | 8.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Veeranna Palem
Veeranna Palem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Stuartpuram, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chirala to Veeranna Palem is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ongole to Veeranna Palem is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Veeranna Palem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Veeranna Palem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Veeranna Palem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Veeranna Palem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Veeranna Palem
Where is Veeranna Palem located?
Veeranna Palem village is located in Parchur Mandal, Bapatla district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Veeranna Palem?
The Gram Panchayat of Veeranna Palem is Potukatla.
What is the pincode of Veeranna Palem?
The pincode of Veeranna Palem is 523169.
What is the population of Veeranna Palem?
Veeranna Palem has a total population of 5,382, including 2,635 males and 2,747 females.
How many households are there in Veeranna Palem?
There are 1,655 households in Veeranna Palem.
What is the literacy rate in Veeranna Palem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Veeranna Palem is 61.33%. Male literacy is 69.49% and female literacy is 53.51%.