Viruvooru - Varikuntapadu, Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore
Viruvooru is a village situated in the Varikuntapadu mandal of Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Varikuntapadu and around 135 km from the district headquarters in Nellore. North Krishnamrajupalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Viruvooru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Viruvooru is 591646. The village covers a total geographical area of 2417 hectares and falls under the 524236 pincode. Kavali is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Viruvooru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Viruvooru
As per Census 2011, Viruvooru village has a total population of 2,448 people, consisting of 1,236 males and 1,212 females. The village has 571 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 277 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,545 literate and 903 illiterate residents. Additionally, 495 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Viruvooru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,448 | 1,236 | 1,212 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 277 | 137 | 140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 495 | 245 | 250 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 1,545 | 933 | 612 |
| Illiterate Population | 903 | 303 | 600 |
Nearby Villages of Viruvooru
Viruvooru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mohammadapuram | South | 3.11 km |
| Dubagunta | North | 4.28 km |
| Vempadu | South-East | 5.00 km |
| Gollapalle | South-West | 5.07 km |
| Thurpupalem | North-West | 5.38 km |
| Kondayapalem | West | 5.61 km |
| Bukkapuram | North | 5.63 km |
| Pamur (ct) | North-East | 5.84 km |
| Thodugupalle | West | 5.97 km |
| Kancheruvu | South | 6.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Viruvooru
Viruvooru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gudimetta, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.7 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 Kavali to Viruvooru is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nellore to Viruvooru is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Viruvooru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Viruvooru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Viruvooru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Viruvooru 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Viruvooru
Where is Viruvooru located?
Viruvooru village is located in Varikuntapadu Mandal, Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Viruvooru?
The Gram Panchayat of Viruvooru is North Krishnamrajupalli.
What is the pincode of Viruvooru?
The pincode of Viruvooru is 524236.
What is the population of Viruvooru?
Viruvooru has a total population of 2,448, including 1,236 males and 1,212 females.
How many households are there in Viruvooru?
There are 571 households in Viruvooru.
What is the literacy rate in Viruvooru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Viruvooru is 63.11%. Male literacy is 75.49% and female literacy is 50.50%.