Garugupalle - Galiveedu, Annamayya
Garugupalle is a village situated in the Galiveedu mandal of Annamayya district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from Galiveedu and around 74 km from Kadapa. Garugupalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garugupalle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garugupalle is 593485. The village covers a total geographical area of 1583 hectares and falls under the 516267 pincode. Rayachoti is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Garugupalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Garugupalle
According to the 2011 Census, Garugupalle village had a total population of 1,914 people, including 943 males and 971 females, living in 521 households. The sex ratio was 1,030 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.18%, with male literacy at 77.60% and female literacy at 44.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 124.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,914 | 943 | 971 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 268 | 126 | 142 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 124 | 59 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,007 | 634 | 373 |
| Illiterate Population | 907 | 309 | 598 |
Nearby Villages of Garugupalle
Garugupalle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gundlacheruvu | East | 3.35 km |
| Pandikunta | North | 3.64 km |
| Pyarampalle | South | 3.76 km |
| Thumukunta | North-West | 4.81 km |
| Gopanapalle | South-East | 5.99 km |
| Nooliveedu | East | 6.91 km |
| Talamudipi | North | 6.96 km |
| Korlakunta | North | 7.07 km |
| Veligallu | South-West | 8.06 km |
| Galiveedu | South | 8.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garugupalle
Garugupalle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nallacheruvu, while the nearest airport is Kadapa Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayachoti to Garugupalle is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kadapa to Garugupalle is about 74 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 Garugupalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garugupalle 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Garugupalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garugupalle village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Garugupalle
Where is Garugupalle located?
Garugupalle village is located in Galiveedu Mandal, Annamayya district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garugupalle?
The Gram Panchayat of Garugupalle is Garugupalli.
What is the pincode of Garugupalle?
The pincode of Garugupalle is 516267.
What is the population of Garugupalle?
Garugupalle had a total population of 1,914, including 943 males and 971 females.
How many households are there in Garugupalle?
Garugupalle had 521 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garugupalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garugupalle was 61.18%. Male literacy was 77.60% and female literacy was 44.99%.