Dandikuppam - Santhipuram, Chittoor
Dandikuppam is a village situated in the Santhipuram mandal of Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Santhipuram and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Chittoor. Dandikuppam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dandikuppam is 596837. The village covers a total geographical area of 390 hectares and falls under the 517423 pincode. Kolar(karnataka) is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Dandikuppam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dandikuppam
As per Census 2011, Dandikuppam village has a total population of 1,301 people, consisting of 666 males and 635 females. The village has 291 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 148 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 826 literate and 475 illiterate residents. Additionally, 299 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dandikuppam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,301 | 666 | 635 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 80 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 299 | 157 | 142 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Literate Population | 826 | 485 | 341 |
| Illiterate Population | 475 | 181 | 294 |
Nearby Villages of Dandikuppam
Dandikuppam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chowdampalle | West | 1.26 km |
| Vetagirikothur | South | 1.44 km |
| Nallarallapalle | West | 2.07 km |
| Kadirimuthanapalle | South-West | 2.09 km |
| Sonnegownnipalle | North-East | 2.12 km |
| Kolamadugu | South | 2.46 km |
| Matam Santhampalle | North | 2.47 km |
| Gundusettipalle | North-West | 2.63 km |
| Redlapalle | South-West | 2.75 km |
| Ammavaripeta | South | 2.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dandikuppam
Dandikuppam 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 51.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kolar(karnataka) to Dandikuppam is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chittoor to Dandikuppam is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dandikuppam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dandikuppam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dandikuppam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dandikuppam 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 Dandikuppam
Where is Dandikuppam located?
Dandikuppam village is located in Santhipuram Mandal, Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dandikuppam?
Dandikuppam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dandikuppam?
The pincode of Dandikuppam is 517423.
What is the population of Dandikuppam?
Dandikuppam has a total population of 1,301, including 666 males and 635 females.
How many households are there in Dandikuppam?
There are 291 households in Dandikuppam.
What is the literacy rate in Dandikuppam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dandikuppam is 63.49%. Male literacy is 72.82% and female literacy is 53.70%.