Devunikollam - Denkada, Vizianagaram
Devunikollam is a village situated in the Denkada mandal of Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Denkada and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Vizianagaram. D.kollam serves as the Grama Panchayat for Devunikollam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devunikollam is 583205. The village covers a total geographical area of 433 hectares and falls under the 535006 pincode. Vizianagaram is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Devunikollam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Devunikollam
According to the 2011 Census, Devunikollam village had a total population of 1,428 people, including 714 males and 714 females, living in 362 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.23%, with male literacy at 63.81% and female literacy at 50.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 24.
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 | 1,428 | 714 | 714 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 73 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 9 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 740 | 409 | 331 |
| Illiterate Population | 688 | 305 | 383 |
Nearby Villages of Devunikollam
Devunikollam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Munginapalle | South-West | 1.32 km |
| Saripalle | North | 1.91 km |
| Chollangipeta | South-East | 2.08 km |
| Atmaramuni Agraharam | North-East | 2.95 km |
| Gunupuru | South | 3.35 km |
| Koradapeta | North-East | 3.64 km |
| Kumili | East | 4.10 km |
| Dannanapeta | North-East | 4.19 km |
| Dwarapureddi Palem | South-East | 4.42 km |
| Seetharamunipeta | North | 4.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devunikollam
Devunikollam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Nellimaria, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 100.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vizianagaram to Devunikollam is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devunikollam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devunikollam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Devunikollam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devunikollam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Devunikollam
Where is Devunikollam located?
Devunikollam village is located in Denkada Mandal, Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Devunikollam?
The Grama Panchayat of Devunikollam is D.kollam.
What is the pincode of Devunikollam?
The pincode of Devunikollam is 535006.
What is the population of Devunikollam?
Devunikollam had a total population of 1,428, including 714 males and 714 females.
How many households are there in Devunikollam?
Devunikollam had 362 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devunikollam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devunikollam was 57.23%. Male literacy was 63.81% and female literacy was 50.77%.