Konganapalle - Ramakuppam, Chittoor
Konganapalle is a village situated in the Ramakuppam mandal of Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramakuppam and around 108 km from the district headquarters in Chittoor. Konganapalle village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Konganapalle is 596974. The village covers a total geographical area of 348 hectares and falls under the 517401 pincode. Palamaner is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Konganapalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Konganapalle
According to the 2011 Census, Konganapalle village had a total population of 1,200 people, including 604 males and 596 females, living in 307 households. The sex ratio was 987 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.06%, with male literacy at 74.25% and female literacy at 42.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 439, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 21.
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 | 1,200 | 604 | 596 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 68 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 439 | 217 | 222 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 627 | 398 | 229 |
| Illiterate Population | 573 | 206 | 367 |
Nearby Villages of Konganapalle
Konganapalle is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Konganapalle
Konganapalle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Konganapalle is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chittoor to Konganapalle 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 Konganapalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Konganapalle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Konganapalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Konganapalle village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Konganapalle
Where is Konganapalle located?
Konganapalle village is located in Ramakuppam Mandal, Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Konganapalle?
Konganapalle is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Konganapalle?
The pincode of Konganapalle is 517401.
What is the population of Konganapalle?
Konganapalle had a total population of 1,200, including 604 males and 596 females.
How many households are there in Konganapalle?
Konganapalle had 307 households.
What is the literacy rate in Konganapalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Konganapalle was 58.06%. Male literacy was 74.25% and female literacy was 42.10%.