Venugopalapuram - Srirangarajapuram, Chittoor
Venugopalapuram is a village situated in the Srirangarajapuram mandal of Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Srirangarajapuram and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Chittoor. Venugopalapuram village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Venugopalapuram is 596650. The village covers a total geographical area of 553 hectares and falls under the 517167 pincode. Chittoor is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Venugopalapuram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Venugopalapuram
As per Census 2011, Venugopalapuram village has a total population of 1,242 people, consisting of 615 males and 627 females. The village has 333 households and a sex ratio of 1,019 females per 1,000 males. There are 154 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 727 literate and 515 illiterate residents. Additionally, 198 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 75 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Venugopalapuram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,242 | 615 | 627 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 72 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 198 | 99 | 99 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 75 | 35 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 727 | 390 | 337 |
| Illiterate Population | 515 | 225 | 290 |
Nearby Villages of Venugopalapuram
Venugopalapuram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nallepalle | North | 1.44 km |
| Pedakondepalle | North-West | 1.74 km |
| Narasimharajapuram | East | 1.86 km |
| Suparvarajapuram | South-East | 2.45 km |
| Thatimakulapalle | North | 2.60 km |
| Vilasavarahapuram | West | 2.67 km |
| Jangalapalle | North-East | 2.85 km |
| Srungara Sekhara Rajupuram | North-West | 3.05 km |
| Durgarajapuram | East | 3.24 km |
| Vinjam | West | 3.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Venugopalapuram
Venugopalapuram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rvs Nagar, while the nearest airport is Tirupati Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Chittoor to Venugopalapuram is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Venugopalapuram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Venugopalapuram 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Venugopalapuram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Venugopalapuram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Venugopalapuram
Where is Venugopalapuram located?
Venugopalapuram village is located in Srirangarajapuram Mandal, Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Venugopalapuram?
Venugopalapuram is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Venugopalapuram?
The pincode of Venugopalapuram is 517167.
What is the population of Venugopalapuram?
Venugopalapuram has a total population of 1,242, including 615 males and 627 females.
How many households are there in Venugopalapuram?
There are 333 households in Venugopalapuram.
What is the literacy rate in Venugopalapuram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Venugopalapuram is 58.53%. Male literacy is 63.41% and female literacy is 53.75%.