Devalampet - Pulicherla, Chittoor
Devalampet is a village situated in the Pulicherla mandal of Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pulicherla and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Chittoor. Devalampet village is a designated Grama Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devalampet is 596178. The village covers a total geographical area of 955 hectares and falls under the 517113 pincode. Tirupati is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Devalampet village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Devalampet
According to the 2011 Census, Devalampet village had a total population of 1,766 people, including 873 males and 893 females, living in 497 households. The sex ratio was 1,023 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.75%, with male literacy at 80.08% and female literacy at 53.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 267, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 71.
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 | 1,766 | 873 | 893 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 169 | 80 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 267 | 129 | 138 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 71 | 29 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 1,066 | 635 | 431 |
| Illiterate Population | 700 | 238 | 462 |
Nearby Villages of Devalampet
Devalampet 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ayyavandlapalle | North-West | 3.30 km |
| Kallur | South-West | 3.76 km |
| Bandaruvaripalle | East | 4.04 km |
| Yellankivaripallle | South-East | 4.22 km |
| Reddivaripalle | North-East | 4.56 km |
| Venkatadasari Palle | West | 4.67 km |
| E.ramireddigari Palle | North-West | 5.92 km |
| Bodireddigaripalle | West | 6.38 km |
| Padiputlabayalu | South | 6.74 km |
| Vallivedu | South-East | 7.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devalampet
Devalampet is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pulicherla, while the nearest airport is Tirupati Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tirupati to Devalampet is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chittoor to Devalampet is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devalampet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devalampet 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 Devalampet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devalampet 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 Devalampet
Where is Devalampet located?
Devalampet village is located in Pulicherla Mandal, Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Devalampet?
Devalampet is its own Grama Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devalampet?
The pincode of Devalampet is 517113.
What is the population of Devalampet?
Devalampet had a total population of 1,766, including 873 males and 893 females.
How many households are there in Devalampet?
Devalampet had 497 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devalampet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devalampet was 66.75%. Male literacy was 80.08% and female literacy was 53.61%.