Karasanapalle - Peddapanjani, Chittoor
Karasanapalle is a village situated in the Peddapanjani mandal of Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Peddapanjani and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Chittoor. Karasanapalle village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karasanapalle is 596559. The village covers a total geographical area of 1724 hectares and falls under the 517408 pincode. Punganur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Karasanapalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karasanapalle
As per Census 2011, Karasanapalle village has a total population of 4,292 people, consisting of 2,138 males and 2,154 females. The village has 1,018 households and a sex ratio of 1,007 females per 1,000 males. There are 453 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,625 literate and 1,667 illiterate residents. Additionally, 968 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 181 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karasanapalle are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,292 | 2,138 | 2,154 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 453 | 235 | 218 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 968 | 483 | 485 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 181 | 81 | 100 |
| Literate Population | 2,625 | 1,529 | 1,096 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,667 | 609 | 1,058 |
Nearby Villages of Karasanapalle
Karasanapalle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| H.byappalli | West | 2.50 km |
| M.gollahalli | South-West | 3.56 km |
| Battamdoddi | North-East | 3.61 km |
| Peddavelagatur | South | 3.64 km |
| Hebbani | West | 4.15 km |
| Muthukur | East | 4.79 km |
| Aradigunta | West | 5.01 km |
| Bangavadi | South-West | 5.12 km |
| Thammiareddihalli | West | 5.83 km |
| Kummaranatham | North | 5.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karasanapalle
Karasanapalle is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Vayalpad, while the nearest airport is Vellore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.7 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 Punganur to Karasanapalle is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chittoor to Karasanapalle is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karasanapalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karasanapalle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karasanapalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karasanapalle village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karasanapalle
Where is Karasanapalle located?
Karasanapalle village is located in Peddapanjani Mandal, Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karasanapalle?
Karasanapalle is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karasanapalle?
The pincode of Karasanapalle is 517408.
What is the population of Karasanapalle?
Karasanapalle has a total population of 4,292, including 2,138 males and 2,154 females.
How many households are there in Karasanapalle?
There are 1,018 households in Karasanapalle.
What is the literacy rate in Karasanapalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karasanapalle is 61.16%. Male literacy is 71.52% and female literacy is 50.88%.