Dandapalle - Gangavaram, Chittoor
Dandapalle is a village situated in the Gangavaram mandal of Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangavaram and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Chittoor. Dandapalle village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dandapalle is 596588. The village covers a total geographical area of 1736 hectares and falls under the 517408 pincode. Palamaner is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Dandapalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dandapalle
As per Census 2011, Dandapalle village has a total population of 4,987 people, consisting of 2,508 males and 2,479 females. The village has 1,218 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 528 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,131 literate and 1,856 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,229 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dandapalle are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,987 | 2,508 | 2,479 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 528 | 252 | 276 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,229 | 611 | 618 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 3,131 | 1,806 | 1,325 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,856 | 702 | 1,154 |
Nearby Villages of Dandapalle
Dandapalle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jeedimakulapalle | South-East | 3.18 km |
| Kalagatoor | North-East | 3.33 km |
| Maredupalle | South-East | 3.39 km |
| Bommarajupalle | West | 3.66 km |
| Mamadugu | South-West | 4.26 km |
| Chalamangalam | North | 4.70 km |
| Kallupalle | North-East | 4.97 km |
| Mudarampalle | West | 5.09 km |
| Melumoy | East | 5.38 km |
| Nidigunta | West | 5.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dandapalle
Dandapalle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Melalathur, while the nearest airport is Vellore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palamaner to Dandapalle is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chittoor to Dandapalle is about 53 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 Dandapalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dandapalle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dandapalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dandapalle 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 Dandapalle
Where is Dandapalle located?
Dandapalle village is located in Gangavaram Mandal, Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dandapalle?
Dandapalle is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dandapalle?
The pincode of Dandapalle is 517408.
What is the population of Dandapalle?
Dandapalle has a total population of 4,987, including 2,508 males and 2,479 females.
How many households are there in Dandapalle?
There are 1,218 households in Dandapalle.
What is the literacy rate in Dandapalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dandapalle is 62.78%. Male literacy is 72.01% and female literacy is 53.45%.