Papepalle - Venkatagirikota, Chittoor
Papepalle is a village situated in the Venkatagirikota mandal of Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Venkatagirikota and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Chittoor. V.kota serves as the Gram Panchayat for Papepalle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Papepalle is 596786. The village covers a total geographical area of 111 hectares and falls under the 517424 pincode. Chittoor is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Papepalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Papepalle
According to the 2011 Census, Papepalle village had a total population of 498 people, including 261 males and 237 females, living in 122 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.76%, with male literacy at 93.04% and female literacy at 68.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7.
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 | 498 | 261 | 237 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 31 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 354 | 214 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 47 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Papepalle
Papepalle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gudipalle | South-East | 0.77 km |
| Tirumala Pichigundlapalle | North-West | 1.18 km |
| Venkatagirikota | West | 2.13 km |
| Hanumapalle | North | 2.14 km |
| Bairupalle | South-East | 2.45 km |
| Pedda Bharanipalle | South-West | 2.47 km |
| Bodiguttapalle | North | 2.74 km |
| Kumbarlapalle | North-East | 3.06 km |
| Patrapalle | North-West | 3.67 km |
| Peddanapalle | North | 4.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Papepalle
Papepalle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Oorgaum, while the nearest airport is Vellore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.9 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 Papepalle is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chittoor to Papepalle is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Papepalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Papepalle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Papepalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Papepalle village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Papepalle
Where is Papepalle located?
Papepalle village is located in Venkatagirikota Mandal, Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Papepalle?
The Gram Panchayat of Papepalle is V.kota.
What is the pincode of Papepalle?
The pincode of Papepalle is 517424.
What is the population of Papepalle?
Papepalle had a total population of 498, including 261 males and 237 females.
How many households are there in Papepalle?
Papepalle had 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Papepalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Papepalle was 81.76%. Male literacy was 93.04% and female literacy was 68.97%.