Venkannapalem - Kaligiri, Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore
Venkannapalem is a village situated in the Kaligiri mandal of Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaligiri and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Nellore. Kaligiri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Venkannapalem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Venkannapalem is 591745. The village covers a total geographical area of 261 hectares and falls under the 524234 pincode. Kavali is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Venkannapalem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Venkannapalem
As per Census 2011, Venkannapalem village has a total population of 398 people, consisting of 191 males and 207 females. The village has 86 households and a sex ratio of 1,083 females per 1,000 males. There are 53 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 198 literate and 200 illiterate residents. Additionally, 177 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Venkannapalem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 398 | 191 | 207 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 31 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 177 | 86 | 91 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 198 | 110 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 200 | 81 | 119 |
Nearby Villages of Venkannapalem
Venkannapalem 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Peda Annaluru | South | 1.73 km |
| Kaligiri | North | 3.03 km |
| Velagapadu | East | 4.40 km |
| Nagasamudram | West | 4.65 km |
| Gudipadu | South-West | 4.89 km |
| Gumparlapadu | South-East | 6.02 km |
| Veeranakollu | North-West | 6.09 km |
| Ravulakollu | North-East | 6.77 km |
| Pandipadu | South | 8.17 km |
| Pedakonduru | East | 8.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Venkannapalem
Venkannapalem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is S Venkteswrpalm, while the nearest airport is Kadapa Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kavali to Venkannapalem is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nellore to Venkannapalem is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Venkannapalem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Venkannapalem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Venkannapalem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Venkannapalem 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Venkannapalem
Where is Venkannapalem located?
Venkannapalem village is located in Kaligiri Mandal, Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Venkannapalem?
The Gram Panchayat of Venkannapalem is Kaligiri.
What is the pincode of Venkannapalem?
The pincode of Venkannapalem is 524234.
What is the population of Venkannapalem?
Venkannapalem has a total population of 398, including 191 males and 207 females.
How many households are there in Venkannapalem?
There are 86 households in Venkannapalem.
What is the literacy rate in Venkannapalem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Venkannapalem is 49.75%. Male literacy is 57.59% and female literacy is 42.51%.