Kongatam - Venkatagirikota, Chittoor
Kongatam is a village situated in the Venkatagirikota mandal of Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Venkatagirikota and around 88 km from the district headquarters in Chittoor. Kongatam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kongatam is 596791. The village covers a total geographical area of 644 hectares and falls under the 517424 pincode. Chittoor is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Kongatam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kongatam
As per Census 2011, Kongatam village has a total population of 2,976 people, consisting of 1,496 males and 1,480 females. The village has 638 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 296 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,569 literate and 1,407 illiterate residents. Additionally, 349 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kongatam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,976 | 1,496 | 1,480 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 296 | 162 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 349 | 176 | 173 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,569 | 904 | 665 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,407 | 592 | 815 |
Nearby Villages of Kongatam
Kongatam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Cheldiganipalle | South-West | 2.13 km |
| Padigalakuppam | North-West | 2.24 km |
| Baipparedlapalle | South | 2.28 km |
| Chinna Kongatam | North-West | 2.49 km |
| Sivunikuppam | West | 2.64 km |
| Pedda Bharanipalle | North-East | 3.21 km |
| Nadeetheeram Dasarlapalle | West | 3.35 km |
| Panuganipalle | East | 3.46 km |
| Rajupeta | South | 3.80 km |
| Kempasamudram | South-East | 3.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kongatam
Kongatam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Champion, while the nearest airport is Vellore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chittoor to Kongatam is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chittoor to Kongatam is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kongatam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kongatam 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kongatam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kongatam 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kongatam
Where is Kongatam located?
Kongatam village is located in Venkatagirikota Mandal, Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kongatam?
Kongatam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kongatam?
The pincode of Kongatam is 517424.
What is the population of Kongatam?
Kongatam has a total population of 2,976, including 1,496 males and 1,480 females.
How many households are there in Kongatam?
There are 638 households in Kongatam.
What is the literacy rate in Kongatam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kongatam is 52.72%. Male literacy is 60.43% and female literacy is 44.93%.