Nelamuru - Penumantra, West Godavari
Nelamuru is a village situated in the Penumantra mandal of West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Penumantra and around 106 km from the district headquarters in Eluru. Nelamuru village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nelamuru is 588652. The village covers a total geographical area of 378 hectares and falls under the 534126 pincode. Palacole is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Nelamuru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Nelamuru
As per Census 2011, Nelamuru village has a total population of 2,416 people, consisting of 1,192 males and 1,224 females. The village has 762 households and a sex ratio of 1,026 females per 1,000 males. There are 231 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,651 literate and 765 illiterate residents. Additionally, 901 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nelamuru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,416 | 1,192 | 1,224 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 231 | 114 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 901 | 432 | 469 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 1,651 | 827 | 824 |
| Illiterate Population | 765 | 365 | 400 |
Nearby Villages of Nelamuru
Nelamuru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kommuchikkala | South | 1.86 km |
| Madugupolavaram | West | 1.97 km |
| Oduru | North-East | 2.31 km |
| Nelapogula | North-West | 2.50 km |
| Aratlakatla | South | 2.72 km |
| Bhatlamagutur | North | 2.79 km |
| Pemmarajupolavaram | South-East | 3.26 km |
| Kavitam | East | 3.59 km |
| Konithiwada | West | 3.83 km |
| Alamuru | North-East | 4.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nelamuru
Nelamuru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Lankalakoderu, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.6 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 Nelamuru is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Eluru to Nelamuru is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nelamuru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nelamuru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nelamuru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nelamuru 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 Nelamuru
Where is Nelamuru located?
Nelamuru village is located in Penumantra Mandal, West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nelamuru?
Nelamuru is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nelamuru?
The pincode of Nelamuru is 534126.
What is the population of Nelamuru?
Nelamuru has a total population of 2,416, including 1,192 males and 1,224 females.
How many households are there in Nelamuru?
There are 762 households in Nelamuru.
What is the literacy rate in Nelamuru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nelamuru is 68.34%. Male literacy is 69.38% and female literacy is 67.32%.