Padigalakuppam - Venkatagirikota, Chittoor
Padigalakuppam is a village situated in the Venkatagirikota mandal of Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Venkatagirikota and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Chittoor. Kongatam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padigalakuppam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padigalakuppam is 596790. The village covers a total geographical area of 1005 hectares and falls under the 517424 pincode. Chittoor is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Padigalakuppam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Padigalakuppam
According to the 2011 Census, Padigalakuppam village had a total population of 4,312 people, including 2,169 males and 2,143 females, living in 878 households. The sex ratio was 988 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.78%, with male literacy at 72.03% and female literacy at 51.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 293.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,312 | 2,169 | 2,143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 544 | 281 | 263 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 293 | 155 | 138 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,328 | 1,360 | 968 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,984 | 809 | 1,175 |
Nearby Villages of Padigalakuppam
Padigalakuppam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chinna Kongatam | South-West | 1.55 km |
| Jadamakanhalli | North | 1.97 km |
| Kongatam | South-East | 2.24 km |
| Nadeetheeram Dasarlapalle | South-West | 2.38 km |
| Panthanahalli | North | 2.57 km |
| Thathepalli | North-West | 2.92 km |
| Thongalakuppa | West | 3.14 km |
| Sivunikuppam | South-West | 3.20 km |
| Pedda Bharanipalle | East | 3.41 km |
| Kollupalle | South-West | 3.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Padigalakuppam
Padigalakuppam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Champion, while the nearest airport is Vellore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.5 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 Padigalakuppam is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chittoor to Padigalakuppam is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padigalakuppam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padigalakuppam 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Padigalakuppam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padigalakuppam 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 Padigalakuppam
Where is Padigalakuppam located?
Padigalakuppam village is located in Venkatagirikota Mandal, Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padigalakuppam?
The Gram Panchayat of Padigalakuppam is Kongatam.
What is the pincode of Padigalakuppam?
The pincode of Padigalakuppam is 517424.
What is the population of Padigalakuppam?
Padigalakuppam had a total population of 4,312, including 2,169 males and 2,143 females.
How many households are there in Padigalakuppam?
Padigalakuppam had 878 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padigalakuppam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padigalakuppam was 61.78%. Male literacy was 72.03% and female literacy was 51.49%.