Andaluru - Veeravasaram, West Godavari
Andaluru is a village situated in the Veeravasaram mandal of West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Veeravasaram and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Eluru. Andaluru village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Andaluru is 588712. The village covers a total geographical area of 498 hectares and falls under the 534238 pincode. Bhimavaram is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Andaluru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Andaluru
As per Census 2011, Andaluru village has a total population of 2,298 people, consisting of 1,162 males and 1,136 females. The village has 626 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 194 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,733 literate and 565 illiterate residents. Additionally, 903 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Andaluru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,298 | 1,162 | 1,136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 194 | 106 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 903 | 446 | 457 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,733 | 915 | 818 |
| Illiterate Population | 565 | 247 | 318 |
Nearby Villages of Andaluru
Andaluru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Navuduru | East | 1.72 km |
| Kondepudi | South-West | 2.04 km |
| Unikili | West | 2.20 km |
| Aravalli | North-West | 2.82 km |
| Vendra Agraharam | South-West | 3.13 km |
| Mamuduru | North | 3.25 km |
| Tholeru | South | 3.26 km |
| Polamuru | East | 3.44 km |
| Skinnerapuram | West | 3.54 km |
| Konithiwada | East | 4.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Andaluru
Andaluru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Aravalli, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Bhimavaram to Andaluru is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Eluru to Andaluru 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 Andaluru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Andaluru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Andaluru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Andaluru 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Andaluru
Where is Andaluru located?
Andaluru village is located in Veeravasaram Mandal, West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Andaluru?
Andaluru is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Andaluru?
The pincode of Andaluru is 534238.
What is the population of Andaluru?
Andaluru has a total population of 2,298, including 1,162 males and 1,136 females.
How many households are there in Andaluru?
There are 626 households in Andaluru.
What is the literacy rate in Andaluru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Andaluru is 75.41%. Male literacy is 78.74% and female literacy is 72.01%.