Velagavada

Velagavada is a village located in Palakonda mandal of Srikakulam district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Palakonda (tehsildar office) and 41km away from district headquarter Srikakulam. As per 2009 stats, Velagavada village is also a gram panchayat.

Velagavada has its own place in the vibrant Srikakulam region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Velagavada

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Velagavada is 580753. The village spans a total geographical area of 278 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 532440. Amadalavalasa is nearest town to Velagavada village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 37km away.

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Population of Velagavada

Below is a concise population overview of Velagavada as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,538 730 808
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 141 79 62
Scheduled Castes (SC) 373 179 194
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 6 4 2
Literate Population 780 429 351
Illiterate Population 758 301 457

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Velagavada village:

  • The total population of Velagavada village is around 1,538, including approximately 730 males and 808 females, with a sex ratio of 1106 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 141 children aged 0–6 years in Velagavada village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Velagavada village has 373 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 6 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Velagavada village is about 50.72%, with male literacy at 58.77% and female literacy at 43.44%.
  • There are around 420 households in Velagavada village.

Connectivity of Velagavada

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Velagavada. As per the 2011 stats, Velagavada had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Velagavada

Knowing the nearby villages of Velagavada helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Velagavada.

Frequently Asked Questions about Velagavada

Where is Velagavada located?
Velagavada village is situated in Palakonda Mandal, within the Srikakulam district of Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Velagavada?
Velagavada serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Velagavada?
The pincode of Velagavada is 532440, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Velagavada as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Velagavada is 1,538, with 730 males and 808 females.
How many households are there in Velagavada as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Velagavada village has a total of 420 households.
What is the literacy rate in Velagavada as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Velagavada is 50.72%. The male literacy rate is 58.77%, while the female literacy rate is 43.44%.