Veligandla - Kondapuram, Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore
Veligandla is a village situated in the Kondapuram mandal of Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kondapuram and around 111 km from the district headquarters in Nellore. Veligandla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Veligandla is 591672. The village covers a total geographical area of 1201 hectares and falls under the 524239 pincode. Kavali is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Veligandla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Veligandla
As per Census 2011, Veligandla village has a total population of 1,231 people, consisting of 625 males and 606 females. The village has 311 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 115 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 685 literate and 546 illiterate residents. Additionally, 251 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 42 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Veligandla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,231 | 625 | 606 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 55 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 251 | 129 | 122 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 19 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 685 | 455 | 230 |
| Illiterate Population | 546 | 170 | 376 |
Nearby Villages of Veligandla
Veligandla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kasturinaidupalle | North-West | 2.19 km |
| Marrigunta | East | 2.43 km |
| Thurpuyerraballe | South-West | 4.04 km |
| Narasimhapuram | North-East | 5.04 km |
| Renimadugu | North-West | 5.07 km |
| Gudavalluru (kondapuram) | East | 5.09 km |
| Iskadamerla | West | 5.47 km |
| Mogilicherla | North | 5.54 km |
| Thurpu- Brahmanapalle | South-East | 5.63 km |
| Chinthaladevi | South | 5.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Veligandla
Veligandla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kavali, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Kavali to Veligandla is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nellore to Veligandla is about 111 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Veligandla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Veligandla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Veligandla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Veligandla 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Veligandla
Where is Veligandla located?
Veligandla village is located in Kondapuram Mandal, Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Veligandla?
Veligandla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Veligandla?
The pincode of Veligandla is 524239.
What is the population of Veligandla?
Veligandla has a total population of 1,231, including 625 males and 606 females.
How many households are there in Veligandla?
There are 311 households in Veligandla.
What is the literacy rate in Veligandla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Veligandla is 55.65%. Male literacy is 72.80% and female literacy is 37.95%.