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Velpuru or Velpur is a suburb of
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in
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in the state of
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in India. Velpur is very close to the areas such as Gudavalli, Kesarpalle, Gannavaram.


Demographics

The population of Velpuru as per 2011 census is about 22,768. The literacy rate is about 71%. The major sources of income and revenue for Velpur are agriculture and industrial factories nearby.


History

Beginning in 1970, the initiatives taken up by Sri. Arimilli Venkata Ratnam, then village head has resulted medical, educational and recreational facilities in the village.
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flourished in Velpuru during the reign of Sada kings.


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* Villages in West Godavari district {{WestGodavari-geo-stub