Venugopalapuram - Nandigam, Srikakulam
Venugopalapuram is a village situated in the Nandigam mandal of Srikakulam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nandigam and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Srikakulam. Nandigam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Venugopalapuram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Venugopalapuram is 580675. The village covers a total geographical area of 233 hectares and falls under the 532204 pincode. Palasa Kasibugga is the nearest town, located about 17 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 719 people, consisting of 367 males and 352 females. The village has 182 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 80 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 278 literate and 441 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 28 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Venugopalapuram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 719 | 367 | 352 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 38 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 13 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 278 | 196 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 441 | 171 | 270 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bharanigam | South-East | 1.14 km |
| Narendrapuram | North | 1.29 km |
| Manigam | East | 1.42 km |
| Nandigam | North-West | 1.59 km |
| Pentavooru | West | 1.61 km |
| Nadupuram | North-East | 2.09 km |
| Badabanda | South-West | 2.17 km |
| Sivarampuram | South | 2.22 km |
| Devada | South-East | 2.30 km |
| Palavalasa | North-West | 2.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Venugopalapuram
Venugopalapuram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Routhpuram Halt, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 147.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Venugopalapuram is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Srikakulam to Venugopalapuram is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Venugopalapuram
Where is Venugopalapuram located?
Venugopalapuram village is located in Nandigam Mandal, Srikakulam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Venugopalapuram?
The Gram Panchayat of Venugopalapuram is Nandigam.
What is the pincode of Venugopalapuram?
The pincode of Venugopalapuram is 532204.
What is the population of Venugopalapuram?
Venugopalapuram has a total population of 719, including 367 males and 352 females.
How many households are there in Venugopalapuram?
There are 182 households in Venugopalapuram.
What is the literacy rate in Venugopalapuram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Venugopalapuram is 38.66%. Male literacy is 53.41% and female literacy is 23.30%.