Veerabhadra - Mandasa, Srikakulam
Veerabhadra is a village situated in the Mandasa mandal of Srikakulam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mandasa and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Srikakulam. Baligam serves as the Grama Panchayat for Veerabhadra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Veerabhadra is 580364. The village covers a total geographical area of 91 hectares and falls under the 532243 pincode. Palasa Kasibugga is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Veerabhadra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Veerabhadra
According to the 2011 Census, Veerabhadra village had a total population of 553 people, including 278 males and 275 females, living in 143 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.60%, with male literacy at 84.62% and female literacy at 64.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 24, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 17.
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 | 553 | 278 | 275 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 31 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 376 | 209 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 69 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Veerabhadra
Veerabhadra 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 Veerabhadra
Veerabhadra is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. Veerabhadra has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palasa Kasibugga to Veerabhadra is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Srikakulam to Veerabhadra is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Veerabhadra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Veerabhadra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Veerabhadra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Veerabhadra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Veerabhadra
Where is Veerabhadra located?
Veerabhadra village is located in Mandasa Mandal, Srikakulam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Veerabhadra?
The Grama Panchayat of Veerabhadra is Baligam.
What is the pincode of Veerabhadra?
The pincode of Veerabhadra is 532243.
What is the population of Veerabhadra?
Veerabhadra had a total population of 553, including 278 males and 275 females.
How many households are there in Veerabhadra?
Veerabhadra had 143 households.
What is the literacy rate in Veerabhadra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Veerabhadra was 74.60%. Male literacy was 84.62% and female literacy was 64.98%.