Velivela - Palacole, West Godavari
Velivela is a village situated in the Palacole mandal of West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palacole and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Eluru. Velivela village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Velivela is 588783. The village covers a total geographical area of 380 hectares and falls under the 534250 pincode. Palacole is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Velivela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Velivela
As per Census 2011, Velivela village has a total population of 2,160 people, consisting of 1,114 males and 1,046 females. The village has 624 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 214 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,527 literate and 633 illiterate residents. Additionally, 707 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Velivela are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,160 | 1,114 | 1,046 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 214 | 117 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 707 | 370 | 337 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,527 | 815 | 712 |
| Illiterate Population | 633 | 299 | 334 |
Nearby Villages of Velivela
Velivela 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tillapudi | North-West | 1.99 km |
| Mallavaram | South | 2.09 km |
| Agarru | East | 2.81 km |
| Sivadevunichikkala | North | 2.98 km |
| Bobbanapalle | West | 3.30 km |
| Dagguluru | North | 3.67 km |
| Ballipadu | North | 3.98 km |
| Lankalakoderu | North-East | 4.28 km |
| Likhithapudi | South | 4.30 km |
| Mentepudi | West | 4.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Velivela
Velivela is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sivadevunichkla, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Palacole to Velivela is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Eluru to Velivela 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.
Banking and Postal Services in Velivela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Velivela village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Velivela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Velivela village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Velivela
Where is Velivela located?
Velivela village is located in Palacole Mandal, West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Velivela?
Velivela is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Velivela?
The pincode of Velivela is 534250.
What is the population of Velivela?
Velivela has a total population of 2,160, including 1,114 males and 1,046 females.
How many households are there in Velivela?
There are 624 households in Velivela.
What is the literacy rate in Velivela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Velivela is 70.69%. Male literacy is 73.16% and female literacy is 68.07%.