Kappala Banda - Puttaparthy, Sri Sathya Sai
Kappala Banda is a village situated in the Puttaparthy mandal of Sri Sathya Sai district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from Puttaparthi and around 76 km from Anantapur. Kappala Banda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kappala Banda is 595441. The village covers a total geographical area of 1686 hectares and falls under the 515133 pincode. Dharmavaram is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Kappala Banda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kappala Banda
As per Census 2011, Kappala Banda village has a total population of 2,216 people, consisting of 1,117 males and 1,099 females. The village has 558 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 225 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,315 literate and 901 illiterate residents. Additionally, 250 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 832 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kappala Banda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,216 | 1,117 | 1,099 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 225 | 107 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 250 | 130 | 120 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 832 | 424 | 408 |
| Literate Population | 1,315 | 774 | 541 |
| Illiterate Population | 901 | 343 | 558 |
Nearby Villages of Kappala Banda
Kappala Banda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| K.locharla | North-West | 3.63 km |
| Jagarajupalle | South-West | 3.74 km |
| Kadirepalle | South | 4.11 km |
| Byrapuram | West | 4.76 km |
| Thippa Batlapalle | North-West | 5.01 km |
| Kothacheruvu | North | 5.61 km |
| Marakuntapalle | North-West | 7.09 km |
| Iragampalle | North | 7.15 km |
| Pothulakunta | West | 7.51 km |
| Bandlapalle | West | 7.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kappala Banda
Kappala Banda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Satya Sai P Nilayam, while the nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dharmavaram to Kappala Banda is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anantapur to Kappala Banda is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kappala Banda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kappala Banda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kappala Banda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kappala Banda 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kappala Banda
Where is Kappala Banda located?
Kappala Banda village is located in Puttaparthy Mandal, Sri Sathya Sai district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kappala Banda?
Kappala Banda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kappala Banda?
The pincode of Kappala Banda is 515133.
What is the population of Kappala Banda?
Kappala Banda has a total population of 2,216, including 1,117 males and 1,099 females.
How many households are there in Kappala Banda?
There are 558 households in Kappala Banda.
What is the literacy rate in Kappala Banda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kappala Banda is 59.34%. Male literacy is 69.29% and female literacy is 49.23%.