Veerapalle - Peddapanjani, Chittoor
Veerapalle is a village situated in the Peddapanjani mandal of Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Peddapanjani and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Chittoor. Veerapalle village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Veerapalle is 596572. The village covers a total geographical area of 771 hectares and falls under the 517408 pincode. Palamaner is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Veerapalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Veerapalle
As per Census 2011, Veerapalle village has a total population of 1,391 people, consisting of 695 males and 696 females. The village has 308 households and a sex ratio of 1,001 females per 1,000 males. There are 146 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 969 literate and 422 illiterate residents. Additionally, 326 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Veerapalle are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,391 | 695 | 696 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 76 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 326 | 156 | 170 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 969 | 533 | 436 |
| Illiterate Population | 422 | 162 | 260 |
Nearby Villages of Veerapalle
Veerapalle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Suddagundlapalle | East | 2.45 km |
| Thurlapalle | South-West | 3.03 km |
| Durgasamudram | North-East | 3.58 km |
| A.kothakota | West | 3.97 km |
| Kolathur | South | 4.03 km |
| Rayalapeta | South-East | 4.27 km |
| Charala | North | 4.63 km |
| Nekkondi | West | 4.86 km |
| Settipeta | North | 6.16 km |
| Gamkonda | South-East | 6.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Veerapalle
Veerapalle 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 Palamaner to Veerapalle is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chittoor to Veerapalle 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 Veerapalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Veerapalle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Veerapalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Veerapalle village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Veerapalle
Where is Veerapalle located?
Veerapalle village is located in Peddapanjani Mandal, Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Veerapalle?
Veerapalle is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Veerapalle?
The pincode of Veerapalle is 517408.
What is the population of Veerapalle?
Veerapalle has a total population of 1,391, including 695 males and 696 females.
How many households are there in Veerapalle?
There are 308 households in Veerapalle.
What is the literacy rate in Veerapalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Veerapalle is 69.66%. Male literacy is 76.69% and female literacy is 62.64%.