Sakhina Veedu - Yerrupalem, Khammam
Sakhina Veedu is a village situated in the Yerrupalem mandal of Khammam district, Telangana. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Yerrupalem and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Khammam. Sakhina Veedu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sakhina Veedu is 579881. The village covers a total geographical area of 522 hectares and falls under the 507201 pincode. Vijayawada is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Sakhina Veedu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Madira Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khammam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sakhina Veedu
As per Census 2011, Sakhina Veedu village has a total population of 1,734 people, consisting of 862 males and 872 females. The village has 482 households and a sex ratio of 1,011 females per 1,000 males. There are 148 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 959 literate and 775 illiterate residents. Additionally, 557 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sakhina Veedu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,734 | 862 | 872 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 69 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 557 | 283 | 274 |
| Literate Population | 959 | 565 | 394 |
| Illiterate Population | 775 | 297 | 478 |
Nearby Villages of Sakhina Veedu
Sakhina Veedu is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sakhina Veedu
Sakhina Veedu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Sakhina Veedu.
| 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 Vijayawada to Sakhina Veedu is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Sakhina Veedu 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 Sakhina Veedu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sakhina Veedu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sakhina Veedu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sakhina Veedu 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 Sakhina Veedu
Where is Sakhina Veedu located?
Sakhina Veedu village is located in Yerrupalem Mandal, Khammam district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sakhina Veedu?
Sakhina Veedu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sakhina Veedu?
The pincode of Sakhina Veedu is 507201.
What is the population of Sakhina Veedu?
Sakhina Veedu has a total population of 1,734, including 862 males and 872 females.
How many households are there in Sakhina Veedu?
There are 482 households in Sakhina Veedu.
What is the literacy rate in Sakhina Veedu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sakhina Veedu is 55.31%. Male literacy is 65.55% and female literacy is 45.18%.