Ballanki - Vepada, Vizianagaram
Ballanki is a village situated in the Vepada mandal of Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vepada and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Vizianagaram. Ballanki village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ballanki is 583019. The village covers a total geographical area of 450 hectares and falls under the 535281 pincode. Vizianagaram is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Ballanki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ballanki
As per Census 2011, Ballanki village has a total population of 1,980 people, consisting of 956 males and 1,024 females. The village has 478 households and a sex ratio of 1,071 females per 1,000 males. There are 203 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 961 literate and 1,019 illiterate residents. Additionally, 547 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ballanki are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,980 | 956 | 1,024 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 203 | 97 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 547 | 259 | 288 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 961 | 529 | 432 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,019 | 427 | 592 |
Nearby Villages of Ballanki
Ballanki 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mukundarajapuram | South-West | 1.26 km |
| Banadi | North | 1.47 km |
| Pothampeta | East | 1.81 km |
| Krishnarayudupeta | South | 1.94 km |
| Ankajosyulapalem | South-West | 2.03 km |
| Pedagudipala | North-West | 2.04 km |
| Narasampeta | East | 2.10 km |
| Ballanki Tuni K.p.rajapuram | North-West | 2.21 km |
| Neelakantarajapuram Agraharam | West | 2.44 km |
| Mycherlasingavaram | North | 2.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ballanki
Ballanki is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Lakkavarapukota, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vizianagaram to Ballanki is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ballanki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ballanki village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ballanki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ballanki village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ballanki
Where is Ballanki located?
Ballanki village is located in Vepada Mandal, Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ballanki?
Ballanki is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ballanki?
The pincode of Ballanki is 535281.
What is the population of Ballanki?
Ballanki has a total population of 1,980, including 956 males and 1,024 females.
How many households are there in Ballanki?
There are 478 households in Ballanki.
What is the literacy rate in Ballanki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ballanki is 48.54%. Male literacy is 55.33% and female literacy is 42.19%.