Panuganipalle - Venkatagirikota, Chittoor
Panuganipalle is a village situated in the Venkatagirikota mandal of Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Venkatagirikota and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Chittoor. Pamuganipalle serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panuganipalle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panuganipalle is 596795. The village covers a total geographical area of 906 hectares and falls under the 517424 pincode. Chittoor is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Panuganipalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Panuganipalle
As per Census 2011, Panuganipalle village has a total population of 2,552 people, consisting of 1,301 males and 1,251 females. The village has 539 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 290 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,461 literate and 1,091 illiterate residents. Additionally, 428 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 27 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panuganipalle are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,552 | 1,301 | 1,251 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 290 | 140 | 150 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 428 | 221 | 207 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 11 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 1,461 | 874 | 587 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,091 | 427 | 664 |
Nearby Villages of Panuganipalle
Panuganipalle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kempasamudram | South | 2.43 km |
| Pedda Bharanipalle | North | 3.03 km |
| Bairupalle | North-East | 3.14 km |
| Kongatam | West | 3.46 km |
| Baipparedlapalle | South-West | 3.67 km |
| Kothakota | East | 4.05 km |
| Gudipalle | North | 4.28 km |
| Vogu | North-East | 4.54 km |
| Jodiverrivanipalle | East | 4.61 km |
| Papepalle | North | 4.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panuganipalle
Panuganipalle 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 46.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chittoor to Panuganipalle is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chittoor to Panuganipalle is about 87 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 Panuganipalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panuganipalle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Panuganipalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panuganipalle village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Panuganipalle
Where is Panuganipalle located?
Panuganipalle village is located in Venkatagirikota Mandal, Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panuganipalle?
The Gram Panchayat of Panuganipalle is Pamuganipalle.
What is the pincode of Panuganipalle?
The pincode of Panuganipalle is 517424.
What is the population of Panuganipalle?
Panuganipalle has a total population of 2,552, including 1,301 males and 1,251 females.
How many households are there in Panuganipalle?
There are 539 households in Panuganipalle.
What is the literacy rate in Panuganipalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panuganipalle is 57.25%. Male literacy is 67.18% and female literacy is 46.92%.