Venkatagirikota - Venkatagirikota, Chittoor
Venkatagirikota is a village situated in the Venkatagirikota mandal of Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh. V.kota serves as the Gram Panchayat for Venkatagirikota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Venkatagirikota is 596787. The village covers a total geographical area of 751 hectares and falls under the 517424 pincode. Chittoor is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Venkatagirikota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Venkatagirikota
As per Census 2011, Venkatagirikota village has a total population of 12,803 people, consisting of 6,351 males and 6,452 females. The village has 2,810 households and a sex ratio of 1,015 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,701 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 8,375 literate and 4,428 illiterate residents. Additionally, 946 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 114 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Venkatagirikota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,803 | 6,351 | 6,452 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,701 | 842 | 859 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 946 | 518 | 428 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 114 | 56 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 8,375 | 4,505 | 3,870 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,428 | 1,846 | 2,582 |
Nearby Villages of Venkatagirikota
Venkatagirikota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tirumala Pichigundlapalle | North-East | 1.80 km |
| Patrapalle | North-West | 2.07 km |
| Papepalle | East | 2.13 km |
| Pedda Bharanipalle | South | 2.18 km |
| Panthanahalli | West | 2.28 km |
| Hanumapalle | North-East | 2.43 km |
| Gudipalle | East | 2.81 km |
| Jadamakanhalli | West | 3.26 km |
| Nernipalle | North | 3.44 km |
| Bodiguttapalle | North-East | 3.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Venkatagirikota
Venkatagirikota 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 48.5 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 Venkatagirikota is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chittoor to Venkatagirikota 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 Venkatagirikota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Venkatagirikota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Venkatagirikota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Venkatagirikota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Venkatagirikota
Where is Venkatagirikota located?
Venkatagirikota village is located in Venkatagirikota Mandal, Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Venkatagirikota?
The Gram Panchayat of Venkatagirikota is V.kota.
What is the pincode of Venkatagirikota?
The pincode of Venkatagirikota is 517424.
What is the population of Venkatagirikota?
Venkatagirikota has a total population of 12,803, including 6,351 males and 6,452 females.
How many households are there in Venkatagirikota?
There are 2,810 households in Venkatagirikota.
What is the literacy rate in Venkatagirikota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Venkatagirikota is 65.41%. Male literacy is 70.93% and female literacy is 59.98%.