Varadarajapuram - Ganapavaram, West Godavari
Varadarajapuram is a village situated in the Ganapavaram mandal of West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ganapavaram and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Eluru. Varadharajapuram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Varadarajapuram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Varadarajapuram is 588569. The village covers a total geographical area of 246 hectares and falls under the 534198 pincode. Tadepallegudem is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Varadarajapuram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Varadarajapuram
As per Census 2011, Varadarajapuram village has a total population of 1,209 people, consisting of 626 males and 583 females. The village has 352 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 107 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 882 literate and 327 illiterate residents. Additionally, 348 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Varadarajapuram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,209 | 626 | 583 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 57 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 348 | 175 | 173 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 882 | 483 | 399 |
| Illiterate Population | 327 | 143 | 184 |
Nearby Villages of Varadarajapuram
Varadarajapuram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kothapalle | South | 1.13 km |
| Velagapalle | North | 1.21 km |
| Ganapavaram | West | 1.79 km |
| Kommara | North | 2.28 km |
| Ardhavaram | South-East | 2.68 km |
| Valluru | North-East | 3.00 km |
| Saripalle | South-West | 3.28 km |
| Jagannadhapuram | North-West | 3.43 km |
| Muggula | East | 3.46 km |
| Veereswarapuram | North-East | 4.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Varadarajapuram
Varadarajapuram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tadepalligudem, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tadepallegudem to Varadarajapuram is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Eluru to Varadarajapuram is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Varadarajapuram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Varadarajapuram 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 Varadarajapuram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Varadarajapuram 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 Varadarajapuram
Where is Varadarajapuram located?
Varadarajapuram village is located in Ganapavaram Mandal, West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Varadarajapuram?
The Gram Panchayat of Varadarajapuram is Varadharajapuram.
What is the pincode of Varadarajapuram?
The pincode of Varadarajapuram is 534198.
What is the population of Varadarajapuram?
Varadarajapuram has a total population of 1,209, including 626 males and 583 females.
How many households are there in Varadarajapuram?
There are 352 households in Varadarajapuram.
What is the literacy rate in Varadarajapuram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Varadarajapuram is 72.95%. Male literacy is 77.16% and female literacy is 68.44%.