Venugopalapuram - Laveru, Srikakulam
Venugopalapuram is a village situated in the Laveru mandal of Srikakulam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Laveru and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Srikakulam. Gummadam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Venugopalapuram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Venugopalapuram is 581623. The village covers a total geographical area of 127 hectares and falls under the 532407 pincode. Srikakulam is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Venugopalapuram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Venugopalapuram
As per Census 2011, Venugopalapuram village has a total population of 717 people, consisting of 360 males and 357 females. The village has 185 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 81 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 320 literate and 397 illiterate residents. Additionally, 106 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Venugopalapuram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 717 | 360 | 357 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 37 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 106 | 55 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 320 | 191 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 397 | 169 | 228 |
Nearby Villages of Venugopalapuram
Venugopalapuram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sirlapalem | West | 0.97 km |
| Gumadam | East | 1.29 km |
| Nagampalem | South-East | 1.32 km |
| Ravivalasa | North-West | 1.86 km |
| Thallavalasa | North | 2.08 km |
| Neelapuram | East | 2.37 km |
| Venkataraopeta | North-East | 2.45 km |
| Narasimha Gopalapuram | South | 2.53 km |
| Ranastalam | South-West | 2.81 km |
| Jagannadharaja Puram | West | 3.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Venugopalapuram
Public transport in the Venugopalapuram is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sigadam, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 112.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Srikakulam to Venugopalapuram is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Venugopalapuram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Venugopalapuram 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 Venugopalapuram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Venugopalapuram 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 Venugopalapuram
Where is Venugopalapuram located?
Venugopalapuram village is located in Laveru Mandal, Srikakulam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Venugopalapuram?
The Gram Panchayat of Venugopalapuram is Gummadam.
What is the pincode of Venugopalapuram?
The pincode of Venugopalapuram is 532407.
What is the population of Venugopalapuram?
Venugopalapuram has a total population of 717, including 360 males and 357 females.
How many households are there in Venugopalapuram?
There are 185 households in Venugopalapuram.
What is the literacy rate in Venugopalapuram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Venugopalapuram is 44.63%. Male literacy is 53.06% and female literacy is 36.13%.