Kollupalle - Ramakuppam, Chittoor
Kollupalle is a village situated in the Ramakuppam mandal of Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramakuppam and around 108 km from the district headquarters in Chittoor. Konganapalle serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kollupalle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kollupalle is 596975. The village covers a total geographical area of 280 hectares and falls under the 517401 pincode. Palamaner is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Kollupalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kollupalle
As per Census 2011, Kollupalle village has a total population of 1,037 people, consisting of 486 males and 551 females. The village has 224 households and a sex ratio of 1,133 females per 1,000 males. There are 118 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 490 literate and 547 illiterate residents. Additionally, 162 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kollupalle are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,037 | 486 | 551 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 57 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 162 | 74 | 88 |
| Literate Population | 490 | 262 | 228 |
| Illiterate Population | 547 | 224 | 323 |
Nearby Villages of Kollupalle
Kollupalle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nadeetheeram Dasarlapalle | North-East | 1.31 km |
| Konganapalle | South-West | 1.62 km |
| Sivunikuppam | South-East | 1.79 km |
| Dalavaihosahalli | North-West | 1.86 km |
| Chinna Kongatam | North-East | 2.07 km |
| Thongalakuppa | North | 2.15 km |
| Mothakapalli | North-West | 2.76 km |
| Karadaguru | West | 2.80 km |
| Chinchandlahalli | South-West | 3.03 km |
| Nagakuppa | South | 3.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kollupalle
Kollupalle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Champion, while the nearest airport is Vellore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.6 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 Kollupalle is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chittoor to Kollupalle is about 108 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kollupalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kollupalle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kollupalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kollupalle village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kollupalle
Where is Kollupalle located?
Kollupalle village is located in Ramakuppam Mandal, Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kollupalle?
The Gram Panchayat of Kollupalle is Konganapalle.
What is the pincode of Kollupalle?
The pincode of Kollupalle is 517401.
What is the population of Kollupalle?
Kollupalle has a total population of 1,037, including 486 males and 551 females.
How many households are there in Kollupalle?
There are 224 households in Kollupalle.
What is the literacy rate in Kollupalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kollupalle is 47.25%. Male literacy is 53.91% and female literacy is 41.38%.