Vellapalem
Vellapalem is a village located in Chillakur mandal of Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Chillakur (tehsildar office) and 62km away from district headquarter Nellore. As per 2009 stats, Vellapalem village is also a gram panchayat.
Vellapalem has its own place in the vibrant Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Vellapalem
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vellapalem is 592514. The village spans a total geographical area of 1188 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 524412. Gudur is nearest town to Vellapalem village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 29km away.
When it comes to local governance, Vellapalem village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gudur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Tirupati Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Vellapalem
Below is a concise population overview of Vellapalem as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,241 | 632 | 609 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 169 | 101 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 234 | 128 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 306 | 160 | 146 |
| Literate Population | 372 | 191 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 869 | 441 | 428 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Vellapalem village:
- The total population of Vellapalem village is around 1,241, including approximately 632 males and 609 females, with a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 169 children aged 0–6 years in Vellapalem village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Vellapalem village has 234 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 306 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Vellapalem village is about 29.98%, with male literacy at 30.22% and female literacy at 29.72%.
- There are around 442 households in Vellapalem village.
Connectivity of Vellapalem
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vellapalem. As per the 2011 stats, Vellapalem had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Vellapalem
Knowing the nearby villages of Vellapalem helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vellapalem.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vellapalem
- Where is Vellapalem located?
- Vellapalem village is situated in Chillakur Mandal, within the Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district of Andhra Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vellapalem?
- Vellapalem serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Vellapalem?
- The pincode of Vellapalem is 524412, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vellapalem as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vellapalem is 1,241, with 632 males and 609 females.
- How many households are there in Vellapalem as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vellapalem village has a total of 442 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vellapalem as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vellapalem is 29.98%. The male literacy rate is 30.22%, while the female literacy rate is 29.72%.