Kollagunta - Karvetinagar, Chittoor
Kollagunta is a village situated in the Karvetinagar mandal of Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karvetinagaram and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Chittoor. Alathur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kollagunta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kollagunta is 596433. The village covers a total geographical area of 355 hectares and falls under the 517582 pincode. Tirupati is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Kollagunta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kollagunta
As per Census 2011, Kollagunta village has a total population of 3,394 people, consisting of 1,664 males and 1,730 females. The village has 833 households and a sex ratio of 1,039 females per 1,000 males. There are 378 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,343 literate and 1,051 illiterate residents. Additionally, 944 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kollagunta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,394 | 1,664 | 1,730 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 378 | 186 | 192 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 944 | 449 | 495 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 2,343 | 1,273 | 1,070 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,051 | 391 | 660 |
Nearby Villages of Kollagunta
Kollagunta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chekkamadugu | South-West | 1.58 km |
| Eduvaripalle | North-East | 1.66 km |
| Battuvaripalle | West | 2.15 km |
| Alathur | North-West | 2.20 km |
| Veliagaram | South | 2.42 km |
| Krishnasamudram | North | 2.42 km |
| Gopichettipalle | North-East | 2.61 km |
| Annur | North-West | 2.72 km |
| Pallipattu | South-East | 3.24 km |
| Mukkaravaripalle | West | 3.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kollagunta
Kollagunta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Vepagunta, while the nearest airport is Tirupati Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.1 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 Tirupati to Kollagunta is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chittoor to Kollagunta is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kollagunta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kollagunta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kollagunta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kollagunta 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kollagunta
Where is Kollagunta located?
Kollagunta village is located in Karvetinagar Mandal, Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kollagunta?
The Gram Panchayat of Kollagunta is Alathur.
What is the pincode of Kollagunta?
The pincode of Kollagunta is 517582.
What is the population of Kollagunta?
Kollagunta has a total population of 3,394, including 1,664 males and 1,730 females.
How many households are there in Kollagunta?
There are 833 households in Kollagunta.
What is the literacy rate in Kollagunta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kollagunta is 69.03%. Male literacy is 76.50% and female literacy is 61.85%.