Katiperi - Chowdepalle, Annamayya
Katiperi is a village situated in the Chowdepalle mandal of Annamayya district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from Chowdepalle and around 74 km from Chittoor. Katiperi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katiperi is 596520. The village covers a total geographical area of 1206 hectares and falls under the 517257 pincode. Punganur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Katiperi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Katiperi
As per Census 2011, Katiperi village has a total population of 2,133 people, consisting of 1,042 males and 1,091 females. The village has 546 households and a sex ratio of 1,047 females per 1,000 males. There are 216 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,239 literate and 894 illiterate residents. Additionally, 427 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katiperi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,133 | 1,042 | 1,091 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 216 | 114 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 427 | 206 | 221 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 5 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,239 | 721 | 518 |
| Illiterate Population | 894 | 321 | 573 |
Nearby Villages of Katiperi
Katiperi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| 29 -a. Chinta -makulapalle | South-East | 3.03 km |
| Diguvapalle | North | 3.15 km |
| Kogathi | South-West | 3.39 km |
| Peddayallakuntla | South-East | 4.70 km |
| Laddigam | South | 5.47 km |
| Pudipatla | South-East | 5.96 km |
| Chowdepalle | East | 6.52 km |
| Chadalla | South | 6.79 km |
| Bandlapai | North | 7.11 km |
| Chandramakula Palle | North-West | 7.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katiperi
Katiperi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vayalpad, while the nearest airport is Vellore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Punganur to Katiperi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chittoor to Katiperi 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 Katiperi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katiperi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Katiperi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katiperi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katiperi
Where is Katiperi located?
Katiperi village is located in Chowdepalle Mandal, Annamayya district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katiperi?
Katiperi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Katiperi?
The pincode of Katiperi is 517257.
What is the population of Katiperi?
Katiperi has a total population of 2,133, including 1,042 males and 1,091 females.
How many households are there in Katiperi?
There are 546 households in Katiperi.
What is the literacy rate in Katiperi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katiperi is 58.09%. Male literacy is 69.19% and female literacy is 47.48%.