Sivunikuppam - Venkatagirikota, Chittoor
Sivunikuppam is a village situated in the Venkatagirikota mandal of Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Venkatagirikota and around 88 km from the district headquarters in Chittoor. Kongatam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sivunikuppam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sivunikuppam is 596792. The village covers a total geographical area of 563 hectares and falls under the 517424 pincode. Chittoor is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Sivunikuppam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sivunikuppam
According to the 2011 Census, Sivunikuppam village had a total population of 2,210 people, including 1,097 males and 1,113 females, living in 494 households. The sex ratio was 1,015 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.61%, with male literacy at 71.43% and female literacy at 56.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 480, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 41.
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 | 2,210 | 1,097 | 1,113 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 278 | 145 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 480 | 238 | 242 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 20 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 1,229 | 680 | 549 |
| Illiterate Population | 981 | 417 | 564 |
Nearby Villages of Sivunikuppam
Sivunikuppam 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-East | 1.51 km |
| Kollupalle | North-West | 1.79 km |
| Chinna Kongatam | North | 1.92 km |
| Nadeetheeram Dasarlapalle | North-West | 1.99 km |
| Nagakuppa | South | 2.24 km |
| Konganapalle | West | 2.50 km |
| Kongatam | East | 2.64 km |
| Srinivasasandra | South-West | 2.88 km |
| Baipparedlapalle | South-East | 2.93 km |
| Padigalakuppam | North-East | 3.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sivunikuppam
Sivunikuppam 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 51.4 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 Sivunikuppam is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chittoor to Sivunikuppam 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 Sivunikuppam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sivunikuppam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sivunikuppam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sivunikuppam 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 Sivunikuppam
Where is Sivunikuppam located?
Sivunikuppam village is located in Venkatagirikota Mandal, Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sivunikuppam?
The Gram Panchayat of Sivunikuppam is Kongatam.
What is the pincode of Sivunikuppam?
The pincode of Sivunikuppam is 517424.
What is the population of Sivunikuppam?
Sivunikuppam had a total population of 2,210, including 1,097 males and 1,113 females.
How many households are there in Sivunikuppam?
Sivunikuppam had 494 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sivunikuppam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sivunikuppam was 63.61%. Male literacy was 71.43% and female literacy was 56.02%.