Vijalapuram - Ramakuppam, Chittoor
Vijalapuram 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. Vijalapuram village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vijalapuram is 596994. The village covers a total geographical area of 212 hectares and falls under the 517401 pincode. Palamaner is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Vijalapuram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Vijalapuram
As per Census 2011, Vijalapuram village has a total population of 1,303 people, consisting of 706 males and 597 females. The village has 280 households and a sex ratio of 845 females per 1,000 males. There are 118 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 903 literate and 400 illiterate residents. Additionally, 212 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 65 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vijalapuram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,303 | 706 | 597 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 58 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 212 | 115 | 97 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 65 | 61 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 903 | 552 | 351 |
| Illiterate Population | 400 | 154 | 246 |
Nearby Villages of Vijalapuram
Vijalapuram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Balaobanapalle | East | 1.27 km |
| Battuvaripalle | South-East | 1.30 km |
| Peddaganur | South-West | 1.30 km |
| Ammavaripeta | West | 1.47 km |
| Unisigani Palle | South | 1.62 km |
| Chinnaradoddi | South-West | 1.67 km |
| Killakupodu | North | 1.87 km |
| Kadasinakuppam | North-East | 1.92 km |
| Kenchanaballa | South-East | 2.55 km |
| Vetagirikothur | North-West | 2.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vijalapuram
Vijalapuram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kuppam, while the nearest airport is Vellore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palamaner to Vijalapuram is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chittoor to Vijalapuram 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 Vijalapuram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vijalapuram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vijalapuram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vijalapuram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vijalapuram
Where is Vijalapuram located?
Vijalapuram village is located in Ramakuppam Mandal, Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vijalapuram?
Vijalapuram is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vijalapuram?
The pincode of Vijalapuram is 517401.
What is the population of Vijalapuram?
Vijalapuram has a total population of 1,303, including 706 males and 597 females.
How many households are there in Vijalapuram?
There are 280 households in Vijalapuram.
What is the literacy rate in Vijalapuram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vijalapuram is 69.30%. Male literacy is 78.19% and female literacy is 58.79%.