Veerampalem - Tadepalligudem, West Godavari
Veerampalem is a village situated in the Tadepalligudem mandal of West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tadepalligudem and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Eluru. Bangarugudem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Veerampalem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Veerampalem is 588319. The village covers a total geographical area of 1193 hectares and falls under the 534102 pincode. Tadepallegudem is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Veerampalem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Veerampalem
As per Census 2011, Veerampalem village has a total population of 4,316 people, consisting of 2,140 males and 2,176 females. The village has 1,304 households and a sex ratio of 1,016 females per 1,000 males. There are 448 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,513 literate and 1,803 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,382 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 42 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Veerampalem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,316 | 2,140 | 2,176 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 448 | 207 | 241 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,382 | 699 | 683 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 19 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 2,513 | 1,267 | 1,246 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,803 | 873 | 930 |
Nearby Villages of Veerampalem
Veerampalem 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kunavaram | South | 2.53 km |
| Tyajampudi | North-East | 2.87 km |
| Kommugudem | South-East | 3.60 km |
| Gundepalle @ Chodavaram(east) | North-West | 3.66 km |
| Telikicherla | South-West | 4.02 km |
| Ammepalle | East | 5.27 km |
| Kurukuru | North-East | 5.48 km |
| Jaggannapeta | South | 5.58 km |
| Veeravalli | North-West | 5.64 km |
| Medipalle | East | 5.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Veerampalem
Veerampalem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Badampudi, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tadepallegudem to Veerampalem is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Eluru to Veerampalem 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 Veerampalem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Veerampalem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Veerampalem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Veerampalem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Veerampalem
Where is Veerampalem located?
Veerampalem village is located in Tadepalligudem Mandal, West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Veerampalem?
The Gram Panchayat of Veerampalem is Bangarugudem.
What is the pincode of Veerampalem?
The pincode of Veerampalem is 534102.
What is the population of Veerampalem?
Veerampalem has a total population of 4,316, including 2,140 males and 2,176 females.
How many households are there in Veerampalem?
There are 1,304 households in Veerampalem.
What is the literacy rate in Veerampalem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Veerampalem is 58.23%. Male literacy is 59.21% and female literacy is 57.26%.