Vellaturu
Vellaturu is a village located in Ponnaluru mandal of Prakasam district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Ponnaluru (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Ongole. As per 2009 stats, Vellatur is the gram panchayat of Vellaturu village.
Here you can discover what makes Vellaturu unique in its vibrant Ponnaluru-Prakasam region. You’ll see Vellaturu’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Vellaturu
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vellaturu is 591406. The village spans a total geographical area of 1478 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 523109. Kandukur is nearest town to Vellaturu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Vellaturu
Population of Vellaturu
According to the 2011 Census, Vellaturu has a total population of about 1,428, with approximately 726 males and 702 females. The sex ratio is around 966 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 168 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 481 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.08%, with male literacy at about 60.06% and female literacy near 45.87%. There are around 308 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vellaturu's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,428 | 726 | 702 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 168 | 95 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 481 | 248 | 233 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 758 | 436 | 322 |
| Illiterate Population | 670 | 290 | 380 |
Connectivity of Vellaturu
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vellaturu. As per the 2011 stats, Vellaturu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Vellaturu
Knowing the nearby villages of Vellaturu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vellaturu.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vellaturu
- Where is Vellaturu located?
- Vellaturu village is situated in Ponnaluru Mandal, within the Prakasam district of Andhra Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vellaturu?
- The Gram Panchayat of Vellaturu is Vellatur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Vellaturu?
- The pincode of Vellaturu is 523109, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vellaturu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vellaturu is 1,428, with 726 males and 702 females.
- How many households are there in Vellaturu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vellaturu village has a total of 308 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vellaturu as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vellaturu is 53.08%. The male literacy rate is 60.06%, while the female literacy rate is 45.87%.