Veerasagaram - Badangi, Vizianagaram
Veerasagaram is a village situated in the Badangi mandal of Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Badangi and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Vizianagaram. Veerasagaram village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Veerasagaram is 582549. The village covers a total geographical area of 510 hectares and falls under the 535578 pincode. Bobbili is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Veerasagaram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Veerasagaram
As per Census 2011, Veerasagaram village has a total population of 1,552 people, consisting of 756 males and 796 females. The village has 389 households and a sex ratio of 1,052 females per 1,000 males. There are 170 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 738 literate and 814 illiterate residents. Additionally, 114 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 68 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Veerasagaram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,552 | 756 | 796 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 95 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 114 | 57 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 68 | 41 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 738 | 420 | 318 |
| Illiterate Population | 814 | 336 | 478 |
Nearby Villages of Veerasagaram
Veerasagaram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pedapalle | North-West | 1.48 km |
| Pindrangivalasa | West | 1.78 km |
| Donkinivalasa | North | 1.83 km |
| Pappala Lingalavalasa | South-East | 2.46 km |
| Tentuvalasa | North-West | 2.60 km |
| Lakshmipuram | North-West | 2.86 km |
| Chowdantivalasa | South-West | 2.91 km |
| Koduru | East | 3.17 km |
| Gajarayunivalasa | West | 3.25 km |
| Badangi | North | 3.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Veerasagaram
Veerasagaram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Donkinavalasa, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Bobbili to Veerasagaram is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vizianagaram to Veerasagaram is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Veerasagaram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Veerasagaram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Veerasagaram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Veerasagaram 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Veerasagaram
Where is Veerasagaram located?
Veerasagaram village is located in Badangi Mandal, Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Veerasagaram?
Veerasagaram is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Veerasagaram?
The pincode of Veerasagaram is 535578.
What is the population of Veerasagaram?
Veerasagaram has a total population of 1,552, including 756 males and 796 females.
How many households are there in Veerasagaram?
There are 389 households in Veerasagaram.
What is the literacy rate in Veerasagaram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Veerasagaram is 47.55%. Male literacy is 55.56% and female literacy is 39.95%.