Kanipakam - Irala, Chittoor
Kanipakam is a village situated in the Irala mandal of Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Irala and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Chittoor. Bommasamudram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanipakam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanipakam is 596496. The village covers a total geographical area of 729 hectares and falls under the 517131 pincode. Chittoor is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Kanipakam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kanipakam
As per Census 2011, Kanipakam village has a total population of 4,960 people, consisting of 2,500 males and 2,460 females. The village has 1,267 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 465 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,538 literate and 1,422 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,531 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 21 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanipakam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,960 | 2,500 | 2,460 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 465 | 233 | 232 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,531 | 759 | 772 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 9 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 3,538 | 1,975 | 1,563 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,422 | 525 | 897 |
Nearby Villages of Kanipakam
Kanipakam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chigarapalle | North | 1.75 km |
| Punya Samudram | South-West | 2.35 km |
| Kothapalle | West | 3.57 km |
| Patnam | South | 3.57 km |
| Uthara Brahmanapalle | South-West | 4.04 km |
| Karakampalle | West | 4.51 km |
| Vavilthota | East | 4.60 km |
| Mudigolam | North | 4.74 km |
| Thavanampalle | South-West | 5.20 km |
| Palakuru | North-East | 5.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kanipakam
Kanipakam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rvs Nagar, while the nearest airport is Vellore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chittoor to Kanipakam is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanipakam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanipakam 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 Kanipakam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanipakam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kanipakam
Where is Kanipakam located?
Kanipakam village is located in Irala Mandal, Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanipakam?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanipakam is Bommasamudram.
What is the pincode of Kanipakam?
The pincode of Kanipakam is 517131.
What is the population of Kanipakam?
Kanipakam has a total population of 4,960, including 2,500 males and 2,460 females.
How many households are there in Kanipakam?
There are 1,267 households in Kanipakam.
What is the literacy rate in Kanipakam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanipakam is 71.33%. Male literacy is 79.00% and female literacy is 63.54%.