Navuduru - Veeravasaram, West Godavari
Navuduru is a village situated in the Veeravasaram mandal of West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Veeravasaram and around 88 km from the district headquarters in Eluru. Novuduru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Navuduru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Navuduru is 588713. The village covers a total geographical area of 435 hectares and falls under the 534238 pincode. Bhimavaram is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Navuduru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Navuduru
As per Census 2011, Navuduru village has a total population of 3,218 people, consisting of 1,607 males and 1,611 females. The village has 966 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 304 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,228 literate and 990 illiterate residents. Additionally, 980 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 36 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Navuduru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,218 | 1,607 | 1,611 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 304 | 151 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 980 | 491 | 489 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 2,228 | 1,158 | 1,070 |
| Illiterate Population | 990 | 449 | 541 |
Nearby Villages of Navuduru
Navuduru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Andaluru | West | 1.72 km |
| Konithiwada | East | 2.38 km |
| Polamuru | North-East | 2.46 km |
| Kondepudi | South-West | 2.82 km |
| Tholeru | South-West | 2.83 km |
| Panjavemavaram | South-East | 3.19 km |
| Unikili | West | 3.80 km |
| Mamuduru | North | 3.81 km |
| Thokalapudi | South | 4.19 km |
| Vendra Agraharam | West | 4.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Navuduru
Navuduru 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Navuduru is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Eluru to Navuduru is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Navuduru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Navuduru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Navuduru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Navuduru 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Navuduru
Where is Navuduru located?
Navuduru village is located in Veeravasaram Mandal, West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Navuduru?
The Gram Panchayat of Navuduru is Novuduru.
What is the pincode of Navuduru?
The pincode of Navuduru is 534238.
What is the population of Navuduru?
Navuduru has a total population of 3,218, including 1,607 males and 1,611 females.
How many households are there in Navuduru?
There are 966 households in Navuduru.
What is the literacy rate in Navuduru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Navuduru is 69.24%. Male literacy is 72.06% and female literacy is 66.42%.