Gandrajupalle - Gangavaram, Chittoor
Gandrajupalle is a village situated in the Gangavaram mandal of Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangavaram and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Chittoor. Gandrajupalle village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gandrajupalle is 596582. The village covers a total geographical area of 1537 hectares and falls under the 517432 pincode. Palamaner is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Gandrajupalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gandrajupalle
As per Census 2011, Gandrajupalle village has a total population of 6,949 people, consisting of 3,537 males and 3,412 females. The village has 1,536 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 970 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,980 literate and 2,969 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,207 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 32 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gandrajupalle are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,949 | 3,537 | 3,412 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 970 | 505 | 465 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,207 | 596 | 611 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 13 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 3,980 | 2,302 | 1,678 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,969 | 1,235 | 1,734 |
Nearby Villages of Gandrajupalle
Gandrajupalle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ugani | South-West | 1.87 km |
| Pasupathur | North | 2.31 km |
| Peddachellaragunta | South-East | 2.56 km |
| Thippadoddi | South-West | 2.56 km |
| Gonikuppa | West | 3.34 km |
| Byatanur | North-West | 3.50 km |
| T.kurubarahalli | South-West | 3.54 km |
| Kakkaladoddi | West | 3.67 km |
| Keelapalle | East | 3.82 km |
| Chinnabalepalli | South-West | 4.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gandrajupalle
Gandrajupalle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Coromandel, while the nearest airport is Vellore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.1 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 Gandrajupalle is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chittoor to Gandrajupalle is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gandrajupalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gandrajupalle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gandrajupalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gandrajupalle village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gandrajupalle
Where is Gandrajupalle located?
Gandrajupalle village is located in Gangavaram Mandal, Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gandrajupalle?
Gandrajupalle is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gandrajupalle?
The pincode of Gandrajupalle is 517432.
What is the population of Gandrajupalle?
Gandrajupalle has a total population of 6,949, including 3,537 males and 3,412 females.
How many households are there in Gandrajupalle?
There are 1,536 households in Gandrajupalle.
What is the literacy rate in Gandrajupalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gandrajupalle is 57.27%. Male literacy is 65.08% and female literacy is 49.18%.