Vobulaiah Palem - Vepada, Vizianagaram
Vobulaiah Palem is a village situated in the Vepada mandal of Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vepada and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Vizianagaram. Obulayyapalem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vobulaiah Palem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vobulaiah Palem is 582995. The village covers a total geographical area of 108 hectares and falls under the 535145 pincode. Vizianagaram is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Vobulaiah Palem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Vobulaiah Palem
As per Census 2011, Vobulaiah Palem village has a total population of 866 people, consisting of 425 males and 441 females. The village has 217 households and a sex ratio of 1,037 females per 1,000 males. There are 71 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 482 literate and 384 illiterate residents. Additionally, 30 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 146 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vobulaiah Palem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 866 | 425 | 441 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 33 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 146 | 70 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 482 | 273 | 209 |
| Illiterate Population | 384 | 152 | 232 |
Nearby Villages of Vobulaiah Palem
Vobulaiah Palem 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Paturu | South-West | 1.36 km |
| Boddam | West | 1.91 km |
| Thimidi | North | 2.00 km |
| Goljam | South-East | 2.04 km |
| Lakkavarapukota Seetharampuram | South-West | 2.05 km |
| Vasi | North-East | 2.11 km |
| Kallampudi | East | 2.82 km |
| Balakrishna -rajapuram | North | 2.88 km |
| Dampuram | North-West | 3.29 km |
| Chintada | East | 3.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vobulaiah Palem
Vobulaiah Palem 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 87.0 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vizianagaram to Vobulaiah Palem is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vobulaiah Palem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vobulaiah Palem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Vobulaiah Palem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vobulaiah Palem 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Vobulaiah Palem
Where is Vobulaiah Palem located?
Vobulaiah Palem village is located in Vepada Mandal, Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vobulaiah Palem?
The Gram Panchayat of Vobulaiah Palem is Obulayyapalem.
What is the pincode of Vobulaiah Palem?
The pincode of Vobulaiah Palem is 535145.
What is the population of Vobulaiah Palem?
Vobulaiah Palem has a total population of 866, including 425 males and 441 females.
How many households are there in Vobulaiah Palem?
There are 217 households in Vobulaiah Palem.
What is the literacy rate in Vobulaiah Palem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vobulaiah Palem is 55.66%. Male literacy is 64.24% and female literacy is 47.39%.