Venkayyapeta - Ganguvarisigadam, Srikakulam
Venkayyapeta is a village situated in the Ganguvarisigadam mandal of Srikakulam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in G.sigadam and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Srikakulam. Venkayyapeta village is a designated Grama Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Venkayyapeta is 581344. The village covers a total geographical area of 64 hectares and falls under the 532148 pincode. Rajam is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Venkayyapeta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Venkayyapeta
According to the 2011 Census, Venkayyapeta village had a total population of 337 people, including 169 males and 168 females, living in 103 households. The sex ratio was 994 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.35%, with male literacy at 64.94% and female literacy at 53.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 112.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 337 | 169 | 168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 112 | 52 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 184 | 100 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 153 | 69 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Venkayyapeta
Venkayyapeta is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Venkayyapeta
Venkayyapeta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Venkayyapeta.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajam to Venkayyapeta is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Srikakulam to Venkayyapeta is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Venkayyapeta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Venkayyapeta 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Venkayyapeta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Venkayyapeta 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Venkayyapeta
Where is Venkayyapeta located?
Venkayyapeta village is located in Ganguvarisigadam Mandal, Srikakulam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Venkayyapeta?
Venkayyapeta is its own Grama Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Venkayyapeta?
The pincode of Venkayyapeta is 532148.
What is the population of Venkayyapeta?
Venkayyapeta had a total population of 337, including 169 males and 168 females.
How many households are there in Venkayyapeta?
Venkayyapeta had 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Venkayyapeta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Venkayyapeta was 59.35%. Male literacy was 64.94% and female literacy was 53.85%.