Vedurukuppam - Vedurukuppam, Chittoor
Vedurukuppam is a village situated in the Vedurukuppam mandal of Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh. Inamkothuru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vedurukuppam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vedurukuppam is 596207. The village covers a total geographical area of 1315 hectares and falls under the 517167 pincode. Tirupati is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Vedurukuppam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Vedurukuppam
As per Census 2011, Vedurukuppam village has a total population of 3,572 people, consisting of 1,787 males and 1,785 females. The village has 851 households and a sex ratio of 998 females per 1,000 males. There are 409 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,152 literate and 1,420 illiterate residents. Additionally, 859 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 171 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vedurukuppam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,572 | 1,787 | 1,785 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 409 | 225 | 184 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 859 | 423 | 436 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 171 | 87 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 2,152 | 1,237 | 915 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,420 | 550 | 870 |
Nearby Villages of Vedurukuppam
Vedurukuppam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Marepalle | South-West | 1.67 km |
| Mondivenganapalle | North-West | 1.91 km |
| Inamkothuru | North-East | 2.00 km |
| Makamabapuram | South-West | 2.81 km |
| Tarlabylu | South | 3.02 km |
| Perumallapalle | South-West | 3.35 km |
| Komaragunta | North-East | 3.41 km |
| Erramrajupalle | East | 3.91 km |
| Pathagunta | West | 4.38 km |
| Goduguchintha | South | 5.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vedurukuppam
Vedurukuppam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Panapakam, while the nearest airport is Tirupati Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.8 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 Vedurukuppam is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chittoor to Vedurukuppam is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vedurukuppam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vedurukuppam 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Vedurukuppam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vedurukuppam 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Vedurukuppam
Where is Vedurukuppam located?
Vedurukuppam village is located in Vedurukuppam Mandal, Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vedurukuppam?
The Gram Panchayat of Vedurukuppam is Inamkothuru.
What is the pincode of Vedurukuppam?
The pincode of Vedurukuppam is 517167.
What is the population of Vedurukuppam?
Vedurukuppam has a total population of 3,572, including 1,787 males and 1,785 females.
How many households are there in Vedurukuppam?
There are 851 households in Vedurukuppam.
What is the literacy rate in Vedurukuppam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vedurukuppam is 60.25%. Male literacy is 69.22% and female literacy is 51.26%.