Krishnapuram - Venkatagirikota, Chittoor
Krishnapuram is a village situated in the Venkatagirikota mandal of Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Venkatagirikota and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Chittoor. Krishnapuram village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Krishnapuram is 596770. The village covers a total geographical area of 1466 hectares and falls under the 517424 pincode. Chittoor is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Krishnapuram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Krishnapuram
As per Census 2011, Krishnapuram village has a total population of 4,947 people, consisting of 2,529 males and 2,418 females. The village has 1,080 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 572 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,923 literate and 2,024 illiterate residents. Additionally, 750 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 98 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Krishnapuram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,947 | 2,529 | 2,418 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 572 | 282 | 290 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 750 | 382 | 368 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 98 | 51 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 2,923 | 1,710 | 1,213 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,024 | 819 | 1,205 |
Nearby Villages of Krishnapuram
Krishnapuram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Peddanapalle | South-West | 2.77 km |
| Gonumakulapalle | South-East | 2.96 km |
| Bodiguttapalle | South | 3.21 km |
| Jounipalle | West | 3.47 km |
| Chukkanahalli | North | 3.54 km |
| Ethurahalli | North-West | 3.58 km |
| Hanumapalle | South-West | 4.23 km |
| Kumbarlapalle | South | 4.25 km |
| Vaddaguttahalli | North-West | 4.28 km |
| Thimmaravathanahalli | North-West | 4.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Krishnapuram
Krishnapuram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Coromandel, while the nearest airport is Vellore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.3 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 Krishnapuram is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chittoor to Krishnapuram is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Krishnapuram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Krishnapuram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Krishnapuram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Krishnapuram 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Krishnapuram
Where is Krishnapuram located?
Krishnapuram village is located in Venkatagirikota Mandal, Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Krishnapuram?
Krishnapuram is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Krishnapuram?
The pincode of Krishnapuram is 517424.
What is the population of Krishnapuram?
Krishnapuram has a total population of 4,947, including 2,529 males and 2,418 females.
How many households are there in Krishnapuram?
There are 1,080 households in Krishnapuram.
What is the literacy rate in Krishnapuram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Krishnapuram is 59.09%. Male literacy is 67.62% and female literacy is 50.17%.