Virupapuram - Peddavaduguru, Ananthapuramu
Virupapuram is a village situated in the Peddavaduguru mandal of Ananthapuramu district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from Peddavadugur and around 52 km from Anantapur. Virupapuram village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Virupapuram is 594762. The village covers a total geographical area of 963 hectares and falls under the 515401 pincode. Guntakal is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Virupapuram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Virupapuram
As per Census 2011, Virupapuram village has a total population of 1,263 people, consisting of 646 males and 617 females. The village has 310 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 155 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 600 literate and 663 illiterate residents. Additionally, 648 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Virupapuram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,263 | 646 | 617 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 155 | 80 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 648 | 325 | 323 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 600 | 365 | 235 |
| Illiterate Population | 663 | 281 | 382 |
Nearby Villages of Virupapuram
Virupapuram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Avulampalle | South-West | 2.14 km |
| G. Venkatampalle | North-East | 2.51 km |
| Mallenipalle | South-East | 3.28 km |
| Peddavadugur | South | 4.19 km |
| Gooty Ananta Puram | West | 4.71 km |
| Engilibanda | North | 4.78 km |
| Muppalagutti | South-East | 6.04 km |
| Appecherla | East | 6.50 km |
| Ramarajupalle | West | 6.56 km |
| Medimakulapalle | South-East | 6.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Virupapuram
Virupapuram is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Jakkalacheruvu, while the nearest airport is Bellary Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.8 km.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Guntakal to Virupapuram is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anantapur to Virupapuram is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Virupapuram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Virupapuram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Virupapuram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Virupapuram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Virupapuram
Where is Virupapuram located?
Virupapuram village is located in Peddavaduguru Mandal, Ananthapuramu district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Virupapuram?
Virupapuram is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Virupapuram?
The pincode of Virupapuram is 515401.
What is the population of Virupapuram?
Virupapuram has a total population of 1,263, including 646 males and 617 females.
How many households are there in Virupapuram?
There are 310 households in Virupapuram.
What is the literacy rate in Virupapuram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virupapuram is 47.51%. Male literacy is 56.50% and female literacy is 38.09%.