Vellanki - Anandapuram, Visakhapatnam
Vellanki is a village situated in the Anandapuram mandal of Visakhapatnam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Anandapuram and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Visakhapatnam. Vellanki village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vellanki is 586105. The village covers a total geographical area of 470 hectares and falls under the 531163 pincode. Bheemunipatnam is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Vellanki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Vellanki
As per Census 2011, Vellanki village has a total population of 4,227 people, consisting of 2,208 males and 2,019 females. The village has 1,088 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 501 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,273 literate and 1,954 illiterate residents. Additionally, 565 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 52 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vellanki are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,227 | 2,208 | 2,019 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 501 | 262 | 239 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 565 | 294 | 271 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 52 | 30 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 2,273 | 1,381 | 892 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,954 | 827 | 1,127 |
Nearby Villages of Vellanki
Vellanki 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vemulavalasa | North-West | 1.64 km |
| Jayanthivani Agraharam | South-East | 1.91 km |
| Peddipalem | North | 2.01 km |
| Kothavalasa | South-East | 2.12 km |
| Anandapuram | North-West | 2.95 km |
| Nidigattu | South | 3.07 km |
| Gambheeram | South-West | 3.42 km |
| Tatituru | North | 4.45 km |
| Palavalasa | West | 4.59 km |
| Chepalappada | South | 5.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vellanki
Vellanki is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Alamanda, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 110.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bheemunipatnam to Vellanki is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Vellanki is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vellanki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vellanki 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 Vellanki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vellanki village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Vellanki
Where is Vellanki located?
Vellanki village is located in Anandapuram Mandal, Visakhapatnam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vellanki?
Vellanki is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vellanki?
The pincode of Vellanki is 531163.
What is the population of Vellanki?
Vellanki has a total population of 4,227, including 2,208 males and 2,019 females.
How many households are there in Vellanki?
There are 1,088 households in Vellanki.
What is the literacy rate in Vellanki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vellanki is 53.77%. Male literacy is 62.55% and female literacy is 44.18%.