Veeranna Palem - Voletivaripalem, Prakasam
Veeranna Palem is a village situated in the Voletivaripalem mandal of Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Voletivaripalem and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Ongole. Polinenicheruvu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Veeranna Palem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Veeranna Palem is 591505. The village covers a total geographical area of 805 hectares and falls under the 523116 pincode. Kandukur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Veeranna Palem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Veeranna Palem
According to the 2011 Census, Veeranna Palem village had a total population of 251 people, including 125 males and 126 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 1,008 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.30%, with male literacy at 45.22% and female literacy at 41.28%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 27.
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 | 251 | 125 | 126 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 10 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 97 | 52 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 73 | 81 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Polineni Cheruvu | South | 3.58 km |
| Malepadu | North-East | 3.87 km |
| Ramachandrapuram | South-East | 5.33 km |
| Murugammi | North-West | 5.36 km |
| Lingam Gunta | East | 5.90 km |
| Boganampadu | North | 7.18 km |
| Neredu Palle | North-West | 7.27 km |
| Cherukuru | North-East | 7.58 km |
| Chinavari Madugu | West | 7.71 km |
| Lakshmakka Palle | South-West | 8.48 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 Ulavapadu, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Veeranna Palem is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ongole to Veeranna Palem is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Veeranna Palem
Where is Veeranna Palem located?
Veeranna Palem village is located in Voletivaripalem Mandal, Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Veeranna Palem?
The Gram Panchayat of Veeranna Palem is Polinenicheruvu.
What is the pincode of Veeranna Palem?
The pincode of Veeranna Palem is 523116.
What is the population of Veeranna Palem?
Veeranna Palem had a total population of 251, including 125 males and 126 females.
How many households are there in Veeranna Palem?
Veeranna Palem had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Veeranna Palem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Veeranna Palem was 43.30%. Male literacy was 45.22% and female literacy was 41.28%.