Pengara Kunta - Palamaner, Chittoor
Pengara Kunta is a village situated in the Palamaner mandal of Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palamaner and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Chittoor. Pengara Gunta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pengara Kunta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pengara Kunta is 596730. The village covers a total geographical area of 796 hectares and falls under the 517408 pincode. Palamaner is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Pengara Kunta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pengara Kunta
As per Census 2011, Pengara Kunta village has a total population of 5,455 people, consisting of 2,703 males and 2,752 females. The village has 1,255 households and a sex ratio of 1,018 females per 1,000 males. There are 742 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,173 literate and 2,282 illiterate residents. Additionally, 753 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 61 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pengara Kunta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,455 | 2,703 | 2,752 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 742 | 382 | 360 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 753 | 374 | 379 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 61 | 31 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 3,173 | 1,774 | 1,399 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,282 | 929 | 1,353 |
Nearby Villages of Pengara Kunta
Pengara Kunta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Samudrapalle | South-West | 2.03 km |
| Kurmoi | South-West | 3.36 km |
| Jallipeta | West | 3.78 km |
| Karidimadugu | South | 5.86 km |
| Moram (part) | West | 6.03 km |
| Baippagari Palle | South | 6.19 km |
| Maredupalle | North-West | 7.50 km |
| Mogilpalle | North-East | 7.51 km |
| Jeedimakulapalle | North-West | 7.90 km |
| Keelapatla | North | 8.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pengara Kunta
Pengara Kunta 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 33.3 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 Palamaner to Pengara Kunta is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chittoor to Pengara Kunta is about 43 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 Pengara Kunta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pengara Kunta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pengara Kunta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pengara Kunta 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 Pengara Kunta
Where is Pengara Kunta located?
Pengara Kunta village is located in Palamaner Mandal, Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pengara Kunta?
The Gram Panchayat of Pengara Kunta is Pengara Gunta.
What is the pincode of Pengara Kunta?
The pincode of Pengara Kunta is 517408.
What is the population of Pengara Kunta?
Pengara Kunta has a total population of 5,455, including 2,703 males and 2,752 females.
How many households are there in Pengara Kunta?
There are 1,255 households in Pengara Kunta.
What is the literacy rate in Pengara Kunta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pengara Kunta is 58.17%. Male literacy is 65.63% and female literacy is 50.84%.