Katherapalle - Karvetinagar, Chittoor
Katherapalle is a village situated in the Karvetinagar mandal of Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karvetinagaram and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Chittoor. Katherapalle village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katherapalle is 596419. The village covers a total geographical area of 601 hectares and falls under the 517582 pincode. Tirupati is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Katherapalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Katherapalle
As per Census 2011, Katherapalle village has a total population of 1,815 people, consisting of 983 males and 832 females. The village has 417 households and a sex ratio of 846 females per 1,000 males. There are 209 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,070 literate and 745 illiterate residents. Additionally, 623 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 48 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katherapalle are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,815 | 983 | 832 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 209 | 114 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 623 | 331 | 292 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 48 | 30 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 1,070 | 659 | 411 |
| Illiterate Population | 745 | 324 | 421 |
Nearby Villages of Katherapalle
Katherapalle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mukkaravaripalle | South | 1.56 km |
| Alathur | East | 1.78 km |
| Annur | East | 2.10 km |
| Makamambavilasam | North-East | 2.40 km |
| Battuvaripalle | South-East | 2.94 km |
| Chillamakulapalle | South-West | 3.16 km |
| Muddikuppam | South | 3.22 km |
| Ponnagallu | West | 3.58 km |
| Kollagunta | South-East | 3.96 km |
| Krishnasamudram | East | 4.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katherapalle
Katherapalle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vepagunta, while the nearest airport is Tirupati Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tirupati to Katherapalle is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chittoor to Katherapalle is about 48 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 Katherapalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katherapalle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Katherapalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katherapalle 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 Katherapalle
Where is Katherapalle located?
Katherapalle village is located in Karvetinagar Mandal, Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katherapalle?
Katherapalle is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Katherapalle?
The pincode of Katherapalle is 517582.
What is the population of Katherapalle?
Katherapalle has a total population of 1,815, including 983 males and 832 females.
How many households are there in Katherapalle?
There are 417 households in Katherapalle.
What is the literacy rate in Katherapalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katherapalle is 58.95%. Male literacy is 67.04% and female literacy is 49.40%.