Kurivikuppam - Vedurukuppam, Chittoor
Kurivikuppam is a village situated in the Vedurukuppam mandal of Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vedurukuppam and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Chittoor. Brahmanapalle serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kurivikuppam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurivikuppam is 596204. The village covers a total geographical area of 432 hectares and falls under the 517167 pincode. Tirupati is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Kurivikuppam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kurivikuppam
As per Census 2011, Kurivikuppam village has a total population of 1,079 people, consisting of 561 males and 518 females. The village has 295 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 129 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 524 literate and 555 illiterate residents. Additionally, 403 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 70 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kurivikuppam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,079 | 561 | 518 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 73 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 403 | 206 | 197 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 70 | 36 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 524 | 330 | 194 |
| Illiterate Population | 555 | 231 | 324 |
Nearby Villages of Kurivikuppam
Kurivikuppam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Anupalle | North-East | 3.22 km |
| Kaverimaharajulungariagraharam | South-West | 3.52 km |
| Mondivenganapalle | South-East | 3.74 km |
| Pathagunta | South | 4.09 km |
| Marepalle | South-East | 5.16 km |
| Makamabapuram | South-East | 5.45 km |
| Vedurukuppam | South-East | 5.63 km |
| Netha Kuppam | North-East | 6.09 km |
| Perumallapalle | South | 6.21 km |
| Komaragunta | East | 6.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kurivikuppam
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Kurivikuppam. The nearest railway station is Panapakam, while the nearest airport is Tirupati Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tirupati to Kurivikuppam is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chittoor to Kurivikuppam is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kurivikuppam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kurivikuppam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kurivikuppam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kurivikuppam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kurivikuppam
Where is Kurivikuppam located?
Kurivikuppam village is located in Vedurukuppam Mandal, Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurivikuppam?
The Gram Panchayat of Kurivikuppam is Brahmanapalle.
What is the pincode of Kurivikuppam?
The pincode of Kurivikuppam is 517167.
What is the population of Kurivikuppam?
Kurivikuppam has a total population of 1,079, including 561 males and 518 females.
How many households are there in Kurivikuppam?
There are 295 households in Kurivikuppam.
What is the literacy rate in Kurivikuppam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurivikuppam is 48.56%. Male literacy is 58.82% and female literacy is 37.45%.