Kalagatoor - Gangavaram, Chittoor
Kalagatoor is a village situated in the Gangavaram mandal of Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangavaram and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Chittoor. Kalagatoor village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalagatoor is 596589. The village covers a total geographical area of 819 hectares and falls under the 517408 pincode. Palamaner is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kalagatoor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kalagatoor
As per Census 2011, Kalagatoor village has a total population of 2,223 people, consisting of 1,116 males and 1,107 females. The village has 554 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 206 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,378 literate and 845 illiterate residents. Additionally, 890 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalagatoor are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,223 | 1,116 | 1,107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 206 | 105 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 890 | 456 | 434 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 1 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 1,378 | 800 | 578 |
| Illiterate Population | 845 | 316 | 529 |
Nearby Villages of Kalagatoor
Kalagatoor 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kallupalle | East | 2.46 km |
| Chalamangalam | North-West | 3.31 km |
| Dandapalle | South-West | 3.33 km |
| Kogileru | North-East | 3.98 km |
| Melumoy | South-East | 4.32 km |
| Maredupalle | South | 5.07 km |
| Bommarajupalle | West | 5.12 km |
| Peddapanjani | North-West | 5.41 km |
| Jeedimakulapalle | South | 5.93 km |
| Kothapalle | East | 6.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kalagatoor
Kalagatoor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Vayalpad, while the nearest airport is Vellore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.3 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 Kalagatoor is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chittoor to Kalagatoor is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalagatoor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalagatoor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kalagatoor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalagatoor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kalagatoor
Where is Kalagatoor located?
Kalagatoor village is located in Gangavaram Mandal, Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalagatoor?
Kalagatoor is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kalagatoor?
The pincode of Kalagatoor is 517408.
What is the population of Kalagatoor?
Kalagatoor has a total population of 2,223, including 1,116 males and 1,107 females.
How many households are there in Kalagatoor?
There are 554 households in Kalagatoor.
What is the literacy rate in Kalagatoor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalagatoor is 61.99%. Male literacy is 71.68% and female literacy is 52.21%.