Donkumanipalle - Santhipuram, Chittoor
Donkumanipalle is a village situated in the Santhipuram mandal of Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Santhipuram and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Chittoor. Abakaladoddi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Donkumanipalle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Donkumanipalle is 596833. The village covers a total geographical area of 624 hectares and falls under the 517423 pincode. Kolar(karnataka) is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Donkumanipalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Donkumanipalle
As per Census 2011, Donkumanipalle village has a total population of 3,102 people, consisting of 1,601 males and 1,501 females. The village has 695 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 351 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,880 literate and 1,222 illiterate residents. Additionally, 661 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Donkumanipalle are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,102 | 1,601 | 1,501 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 351 | 189 | 162 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 661 | 340 | 321 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,880 | 1,095 | 785 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,222 | 506 | 716 |
Nearby Villages of Donkumanipalle
Donkumanipalle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Arimuthanapalle | North-East | 1.14 km |
| Veduruguttapalle | South-East | 1.32 km |
| Kenamakulapalle | North-East | 1.95 km |
| Gunjarlapalle | West | 2.12 km |
| Joniganuru | North-West | 2.29 km |
| Nallarallapalle | East | 2.29 km |
| Jeedimanipalle | South-East | 2.33 km |
| Thumsi | South | 2.37 km |
| Kadirimuthanapalle | East | 2.51 km |
| Kadiriobanapalle | South-East | 2.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Donkumanipalle
Donkumanipalle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kuppam, while the nearest airport is Vellore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Donkumanipalle is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chittoor to Donkumanipalle is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Donkumanipalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Donkumanipalle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Donkumanipalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Donkumanipalle 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Donkumanipalle
Where is Donkumanipalle located?
Donkumanipalle village is located in Santhipuram Mandal, Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Donkumanipalle?
The Gram Panchayat of Donkumanipalle is Abakaladoddi.
What is the pincode of Donkumanipalle?
The pincode of Donkumanipalle is 517423.
What is the population of Donkumanipalle?
Donkumanipalle has a total population of 3,102, including 1,601 males and 1,501 females.
How many households are there in Donkumanipalle?
There are 695 households in Donkumanipalle.
What is the literacy rate in Donkumanipalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Donkumanipalle is 60.61%. Male literacy is 68.39% and female literacy is 52.30%.