Gundlapalle - Palamaner, Chittoor
Gundlapalle is a village situated in the Palamaner mandal of Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palamaner and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Chittoor. Kolamasanapalle serves as the Grama Panchayat for Gundlapalle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gundlapalle is 596738. The village covers a total geographical area of 57 hectares and falls under the 517408 pincode. Palamaner is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Gundlapalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gundlapalle
According to the 2011 Census, Gundlapalle village had a total population of 189 people, including 106 males and 83 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 783 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.65%, with male literacy at 84.21% and female literacy at 69.33%.
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 | 189 | 106 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 132 | 80 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 26 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Gundlapalle
Gundlapalle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ayyamreddi Palle | South-West | 1.06 km |
| Sree Ranga Rajpuram | West | 1.22 km |
| Ankamvaripalle | South-West | 1.95 km |
| Kolamasana Palle | South | 1.99 km |
| Moram (part) | North-East | 3.98 km |
| Pathikonda | North-West | 4.88 km |
| Belupalle | West | 5.31 km |
| Jallipeta | East | 5.51 km |
| Mamadugu | North | 5.64 km |
| Jeedimakulapalle | North-East | 5.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gundlapalle
Gundlapalle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Melalathur, while the nearest airport is Vellore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palamaner to Gundlapalle is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chittoor to Gundlapalle is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gundlapalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gundlapalle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gundlapalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gundlapalle 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gundlapalle
Where is Gundlapalle located?
Gundlapalle village is located in Palamaner Mandal, Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Gundlapalle?
The Grama Panchayat of Gundlapalle is Kolamasanapalle.
What is the pincode of Gundlapalle?
The pincode of Gundlapalle is 517408.
What is the population of Gundlapalle?
Gundlapalle had a total population of 189, including 106 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Gundlapalle?
Gundlapalle had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gundlapalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gundlapalle was 77.65%. Male literacy was 84.21% and female literacy was 69.33%.