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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Venkayyapeta village has a total population of 337 people, consisting of 169 males and 168 females. The village has 103 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 27 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 184 literate and 153 illiterate residents. Additionally, 112 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Venkayyapeta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 337 | 169 | 168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 112 | 52 | 60 |
| 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 gram panchayat of Venkayyapeta?
Venkayyapeta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Venkayyapeta?
The pincode of Venkayyapeta is 532148.
What is the population of Venkayyapeta?
Venkayyapeta has a total population of 337, including 169 males and 168 females.
How many households are there in Venkayyapeta?
There are 103 households in Venkayyapeta.
What is the literacy rate in Venkayyapeta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Venkayyapeta is 54.60%. Male literacy is 59.17% and female literacy is 50.00%.