Venkatampeta - Duttalur, Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore
Venkatampeta is a village situated in the Duttalur mandal of Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Duttalur and around 94 km from the district headquarters in Nellore. Venkatam Peta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Venkatampeta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Venkatampeta is 591782. The village covers a total geographical area of 1291 hectares and falls under the 524230 pincode. Badvel is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Venkatampeta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Venkatampeta
As per Census 2011, Venkatampeta village has a total population of 1,228 people, consisting of 595 males and 633 females. The village has 290 households and a sex ratio of 1,063 females per 1,000 males. There are 144 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 677 literate and 551 illiterate residents. Additionally, 196 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 42 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Venkatampeta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,228 | 595 | 633 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 144 | 71 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 196 | 94 | 102 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 19 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 677 | 396 | 281 |
| Illiterate Population | 551 | 199 | 352 |
Nearby Villages of Venkatampeta
Venkatampeta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ayyanapalle | South | 2.67 km |
| Papampalle | South-East | 3.64 km |
| Somalaregada | North-East | 4.04 km |
| Nandipadu | South-East | 5.04 km |
| Mandallanaidupalle | North-East | 7.85 km |
| Gangulavari Cheruvu Palle | West | 7.86 km |
| Chilakapadu | South | 7.90 km |
| Udayagiri @ Kondayapalem | North-West | 8.19 km |
| Budawada | South-West | 8.31 km |
| Mandallapalle | North-East | 8.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Venkatampeta
Venkatampeta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ontimitta, while the nearest airport is Kadapa Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.8 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 Badvel to Venkatampeta is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nellore to Venkatampeta is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Venkatampeta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Venkatampeta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Venkatampeta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Venkatampeta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Venkatampeta
Where is Venkatampeta located?
Venkatampeta village is located in Duttalur Mandal, Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Venkatampeta?
The Gram Panchayat of Venkatampeta is Venkatam Peta.
What is the pincode of Venkatampeta?
The pincode of Venkatampeta is 524230.
What is the population of Venkatampeta?
Venkatampeta has a total population of 1,228, including 595 males and 633 females.
How many households are there in Venkatampeta?
There are 290 households in Venkatampeta.
What is the literacy rate in Venkatampeta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Venkatampeta is 55.13%. Male literacy is 66.55% and female literacy is 44.39%.