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
According to the 2011 Census, Kollupalle village had a total population of 1,037 people, including 486 males and 551 females, living in 224 households. The sex ratio was 1,134 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.32%, with male literacy at 61.07% and female literacy at 46.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 162.
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 | 1,037 | 486 | 551 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 57 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 162 | 74 | 88 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,037, including 486 males and 551 females.
How many households are there in Kollupalle?
Kollupalle had 224 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kollupalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kollupalle was 53.32%. Male literacy was 61.07% and female literacy was 46.53%.