Kallur - Pulicherla, Chittoor
Kallur is a village situated in the Pulicherla mandal of Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pulicherla and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Chittoor. Kalluru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kallur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kallur is 596177. The village covers a total geographical area of 1058 hectares and falls under the 517113 pincode. Tirupati is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Kallur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kallur
As per Census 2011, Kallur village has a total population of 8,204 people, consisting of 4,130 males and 4,074 females. The village has 2,014 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 906 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,039 literate and 3,165 illiterate residents. Additionally, 727 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 63 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kallur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,204 | 4,130 | 4,074 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 906 | 442 | 464 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 727 | 346 | 381 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 63 | 31 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 5,039 | 2,896 | 2,143 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,165 | 1,234 | 1,931 |
Nearby Villages of Kallur
Kallur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bodireddigaripalle | West | 2.80 km |
| Venkatadasari Palle | North-West | 2.94 km |
| Devalampet | North-East | 3.76 km |
| Ayyavandlapalle | North | 5.25 km |
| Booragamanda | South-West | 5.97 km |
| Padiputlabayalu | South-East | 6.33 km |
| Thatiguntapalem | West | 6.68 km |
| Agraharam | North-West | 6.75 km |
| E.ramireddigari Palle | North | 6.96 km |
| Yellankivaripallle | East | 7.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kallur
Kallur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pulicherla, while the nearest airport is Tirupati Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tirupati to Kallur is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chittoor to Kallur is about 42 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 Kallur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kallur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kallur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kallur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kallur
Where is Kallur located?
Kallur village is located in Pulicherla Mandal, Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kallur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kallur is Kalluru.
What is the pincode of Kallur?
The pincode of Kallur is 517113.
What is the population of Kallur?
Kallur has a total population of 8,204, including 4,130 males and 4,074 females.
How many households are there in Kallur?
There are 2,014 households in Kallur.
What is the literacy rate in Kallur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kallur is 61.42%. Male literacy is 70.12% and female literacy is 52.60%.