Venkatapuram - Padmanabham, Visakhapatnam
Venkatapuram is a village situated in the Padmanabham mandal of Visakhapatnam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Padmanabham and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Visakhapatnam. Venkatapuram village is a designated Grama Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Venkatapuram is 586130. The village covers a total geographical area of 172 hectares and falls under the 531162 pincode. Bheemunipatnam is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Venkatapuram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Venkatapuram
According to the 2011 Census, Venkatapuram village had a total population of 1,575 people, including 815 males and 760 females, living in 374 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 27.70%, with male literacy at 31.68% and female literacy at 23.49%.
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 | 1,575 | 815 | 760 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 207 | 111 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 379 | 223 | 156 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,196 | 592 | 604 |
Nearby Villages of Venkatapuram
Venkatapuram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Revidi | South | 1.69 km |
| Tunivalasa | North-West | 1.88 km |
| Pandrangi | South-West | 2.40 km |
| Majjivalasa | South-East | 2.84 km |
| Narayanarajupeta | North-East | 3.19 km |
| Korada | North | 3.35 km |
| Krishnapuram | West | 3.43 km |
| Singanabanda | South-East | 3.77 km |
| Chinnapuram | North | 3.80 km |
| Reddipalle Agrahram | North-West | 4.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Venkatapuram
Venkatapuram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Korukonda, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 103.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bheemunipatnam to Venkatapuram is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Venkatapuram is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Venkatapuram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Venkatapuram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Venkatapuram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Venkatapuram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Venkatapuram
Where is Venkatapuram located?
Venkatapuram village is located in Padmanabham Mandal, Visakhapatnam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Venkatapuram?
Venkatapuram is its own Grama Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Venkatapuram?
The pincode of Venkatapuram is 531162.
What is the population of Venkatapuram?
Venkatapuram had a total population of 1,575, including 815 males and 760 females.
How many households are there in Venkatapuram?
Venkatapuram had 374 households.
What is the literacy rate in Venkatapuram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Venkatapuram was 27.70%. Male literacy was 31.68% and female literacy was 23.49%.