Peddavelagatur - Peddapanjani, Chittoor
Peddavelagatur is a village situated in the Peddapanjani mandal of Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Peddapanjani and around 97 km from the district headquarters in Chittoor. Peddavelagatur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Peddavelagatur is 596560. The village covers a total geographical area of 1026 hectares and falls under the 517408 pincode. Punganur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Peddavelagatur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Peddavelagatur
As per Census 2011, Peddavelagatur village has a total population of 2,616 people, consisting of 1,330 males and 1,286 females. The village has 575 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 294 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,529 literate and 1,087 illiterate residents. Additionally, 339 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 59 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Peddavelagatur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,616 | 1,330 | 1,286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 294 | 145 | 149 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 339 | 175 | 164 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 29 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 1,529 | 915 | 614 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,087 | 415 | 672 |
Nearby Villages of Peddavelagatur
Peddavelagatur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| M.gollahalli | West | 2.37 km |
| Appinapalle | South-East | 2.82 km |
| Gundugallu | South-West | 3.47 km |
| Karasanapalle | North | 3.64 km |
| Chamaneru | South-East | 4.40 km |
| Sankarayalapeta | South | 4.51 km |
| Sunnapakunte | South-West | 4.51 km |
| H.byappalli | North-West | 4.65 km |
| Muthukur | North-East | 4.77 km |
| Hebbani | North-West | 5.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Peddavelagatur
Peddavelagatur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vayalpad, while the nearest airport is Vellore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.7 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 Punganur to Peddavelagatur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chittoor to Peddavelagatur is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Peddavelagatur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Peddavelagatur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Peddavelagatur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Peddavelagatur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Peddavelagatur
Where is Peddavelagatur located?
Peddavelagatur village is located in Peddapanjani Mandal, Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Peddavelagatur?
Peddavelagatur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Peddavelagatur?
The pincode of Peddavelagatur is 517408.
What is the population of Peddavelagatur?
Peddavelagatur has a total population of 2,616, including 1,330 males and 1,286 females.
How many households are there in Peddavelagatur?
There are 575 households in Peddavelagatur.
What is the literacy rate in Peddavelagatur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Peddavelagatur is 58.45%. Male literacy is 68.80% and female literacy is 47.74%.