Noolakunta - Kuppam, Chittoor
Noolakunta is a village situated in the Kuppam mandal of Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kuppam and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Chittoor. Noolakunta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Noolakunta is 596925. The village covers a total geographical area of 692 hectares and falls under the 517425 pincode. Punganur is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Noolakunta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Noolakunta
As per Census 2011, Noolakunta village has a total population of 1,474 people, consisting of 777 males and 697 females. The village has 320 households and a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males. There are 210 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 445 literate and 1,029 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Noolakunta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,474 | 777 | 697 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 210 | 118 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 445 | 285 | 160 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,029 | 492 | 537 |
Nearby Villages of Noolakunta
Noolakunta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kuttiganipalle | South-East | 1.83 km |
| Sajjalapalle | South | 2.60 km |
| Kakimadugu | South-West | 2.95 km |
| Kungegowniyur | South-West | 2.99 km |
| Chinna Bangarunatham | West | 3.10 km |
| Nimmakampalle | South-East | 3.18 km |
| Dasegowniyur | North-West | 3.37 km |
| Kathimanipalle | North-West | 4.15 km |
| Kothapalle | South | 4.19 km |
| Ekarlapalle | West | 4.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Noolakunta
Public transport in the Noolakunta 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 56.3 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 Punganur to Noolakunta is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chittoor to Noolakunta is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Noolakunta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Noolakunta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Noolakunta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Noolakunta 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 Noolakunta
Where is Noolakunta located?
Noolakunta village is located in Kuppam Mandal, Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Noolakunta?
Noolakunta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Noolakunta?
The pincode of Noolakunta is 517425.
What is the population of Noolakunta?
Noolakunta has a total population of 1,474, including 777 males and 697 females.
How many households are there in Noolakunta?
There are 320 households in Noolakunta.
What is the literacy rate in Noolakunta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Noolakunta is 30.19%. Male literacy is 36.68% and female literacy is 22.96%.