Boggupalle - Kuppam, Chittoor
Boggupalle is a village situated in the Kuppam mandal of Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kuppam and around 113 km from the district headquarters in Chittoor. Dasegowniyur serves as the Grama Panchayat for Boggupalle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Boggupalle is 596919. The village covers a total geographical area of 138 hectares and falls under the 517425 pincode. Punganur is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Boggupalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Boggupalle
According to the 2011 Census, Boggupalle village had a total population of 674 people, including 336 males and 338 females, living in 160 households. The sex ratio was 1,006 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.88%, with male literacy at 71.78% and female literacy at 54.46%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 674 | 336 | 338 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 49 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 371 | 206 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 303 | 130 | 173 |
Nearby Villages of Boggupalle
Boggupalle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Guttapalle | South-West | 1.21 km |
| Seegalapalle | North-East | 1.37 km |
| Dasegowniyur | South-East | 1.61 km |
| Gokarlapalle | North | 1.85 km |
| Kathimanipalle | South | 1.89 km |
| Ekarlapalle | South | 2.85 km |
| Beggilipalle | North | 3.13 km |
| Settipalle | North-West | 3.31 km |
| Chinna Bangarunatham | South | 4.04 km |
| Nalagampalle | North-West | 4.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Boggupalle
Boggupalle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kuppam, while the nearest airport is Vellore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Punganur to Boggupalle is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chittoor to Boggupalle is about 113 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Boggupalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Boggupalle 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 Boggupalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Boggupalle 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Boggupalle
Where is Boggupalle located?
Boggupalle village is located in Kuppam Mandal, Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Boggupalle?
The Grama Panchayat of Boggupalle is Dasegowniyur.
What is the pincode of Boggupalle?
The pincode of Boggupalle is 517425.
What is the population of Boggupalle?
Boggupalle had a total population of 674, including 336 males and 338 females.
How many households are there in Boggupalle?
Boggupalle had 160 households.
What is the literacy rate in Boggupalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Boggupalle was 62.88%. Male literacy was 71.78% and female literacy was 54.46%.