Vissakoderu - Palacoderu, West Godavari
Vissakoderu is a village situated in the Palacoderu mandal of West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palacoderu and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Eluru. Vissakoderu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vissakoderu is 588633. The village covers a total geographical area of 926 hectares and falls under the 534244 pincode. Bhimavaram is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Vissakoderu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Vissakoderu
As per Census 2011, Vissakoderu village has a total population of 9,204 people, consisting of 4,637 males and 4,567 females. The village has 2,598 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 922 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,322 literate and 2,882 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,390 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 110 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vissakoderu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,204 | 4,637 | 4,567 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 922 | 480 | 442 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,390 | 700 | 690 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 110 | 53 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 6,322 | 3,341 | 2,981 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,882 | 1,296 | 1,586 |
Nearby Villages of Vissakoderu
Vissakoderu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Goraganamudi | South-East | 1.04 km |
| Pennada Agraharam | South-East | 1.86 km |
| Kumudavalli | West | 2.19 km |
| Srungavruksham | East | 3.35 km |
| Palakoderu | North-West | 3.76 km |
| Vendra | North-East | 3.80 km |
| Taderu | South | 4.99 km |
| Vendra Agraharam | North-East | 5.10 km |
| Mogallu | North | 5.27 km |
| Kovvada | West | 5.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vissakoderu
Vissakoderu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pennada Agraharam, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhimavaram to Vissakoderu is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Eluru to Vissakoderu 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 Vissakoderu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vissakoderu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vissakoderu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vissakoderu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Vissakoderu
Where is Vissakoderu located?
Vissakoderu village is located in Palacoderu Mandal, West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vissakoderu?
Vissakoderu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vissakoderu?
The pincode of Vissakoderu is 534244.
What is the population of Vissakoderu?
Vissakoderu has a total population of 9,204, including 4,637 males and 4,567 females.
How many households are there in Vissakoderu?
There are 2,598 households in Vissakoderu.
What is the literacy rate in Vissakoderu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vissakoderu is 68.69%. Male literacy is 72.05% and female literacy is 65.27%.