Varidhanam Village - Palacole, West Godavari
Varidhanam is a village situated in the Palacole mandal of West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palacole and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Eluru.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Varidhanam is 588788. The village covers a total geographical area of 189 hectares and falls under the 534265 pincode. Palacole is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Population of Varidhanam
As per Census 2011, Varidhanam village has a total population of 1,645 people, consisting of 836 males and 809 females. The village has 490 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 169 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,129 literate and 516 illiterate residents. Additionally, 178 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 21 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Varidhanam are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,645 | 836 | 809 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 169 | 97 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 178 | 90 | 88 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 1,129 | 600 | 529 |
| Illiterate Population | 516 | 236 | 280 |
Nearby Villages of Varidhanam
Varidhanam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pedamamidipalle | South | 1.10 km |
| Digamarru | West | 1.88 km |
| Kontheru | North-East | 2.13 km |
| Kaza | South-East | 2.70 km |
| Chittavaram | South-West | 2.98 km |
| Gondi | South | 4.05 km |
| Gorintada | West | 4.09 km |
| Chandaparru | West | 4.28 km |
| Medapadu | East | 4.34 km |
| Kalagampudi | South-East | 4.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Varidhanam
The nearest railway station is Palakollu, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palacole to Varidhanam is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Eluru to Varidhanam is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Varidhanam
Where is Varidhanam located?
Varidhanam village is located in Palacole Mandal, West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the pincode of Varidhanam?
The pincode of Varidhanam is 534265.
What is the population of Varidhanam?
Varidhanam has a total population of 1,645, including 836 males and 809 females.
How many households are there in Varidhanam?
There are 490 households in Varidhanam.
What is the literacy rate in Varidhanam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Varidhanam is 68.63%. Male literacy is 71.77% and female literacy is 65.39%.