Venkanapalem - Manubolu, Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore
Venkanapalem is a village situated in the Manubolu mandal of Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manubolu and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Nellore. Venkannapalem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Venkanapalem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Venkanapalem is 592205. The village covers a total geographical area of 1018 hectares and falls under the 524405 pincode. Gudur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Venkanapalem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Venkanapalem
As per Census 2011, Venkanapalem village has a total population of 1,313 people, consisting of 648 males and 665 females. The village has 364 households and a sex ratio of 1,026 females per 1,000 males. There are 132 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 739 literate and 574 illiterate residents. Additionally, 778 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 68 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Venkanapalem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,313 | 648 | 665 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 67 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 778 | 381 | 397 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 68 | 36 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 739 | 387 | 352 |
| Illiterate Population | 574 | 261 | 313 |
Nearby Villages of Venkanapalem
Venkanapalem 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baddevolu | East | 3.28 km |
| Pidurupalem | North-East | 3.32 km |
| Pidur | North | 4.04 km |
| Pentapadu | South | 4.36 km |
| Manubolu | North-West | 4.72 km |
| Thikkavaram | South-East | 6.00 km |
| Mutyalapadu (rural) | South | 6.09 km |
| Kattuvapalle | East | 6.22 km |
| Kolanukuduru | North-East | 7.11 km |
| Kagithalapuru | North | 7.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Venkanapalem
Venkanapalem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gudur Jn, while the nearest airport is Tirupati 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gudur to Venkanapalem is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nellore to Venkanapalem is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Venkanapalem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Venkanapalem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Venkanapalem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Venkanapalem 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Venkanapalem
Where is Venkanapalem located?
Venkanapalem village is located in Manubolu Mandal, Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Venkanapalem?
The Gram Panchayat of Venkanapalem is Venkannapalem.
What is the pincode of Venkanapalem?
The pincode of Venkanapalem is 524405.
What is the population of Venkanapalem?
Venkanapalem has a total population of 1,313, including 648 males and 665 females.
How many households are there in Venkanapalem?
There are 364 households in Venkanapalem.
What is the literacy rate in Venkanapalem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Venkanapalem is 56.28%. Male literacy is 59.72% and female literacy is 52.93%.