Vogu - Venkatagirikota, Chittoor
Vogu 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. Vogu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vogu is 596783. The village covers a total geographical area of 562 hectares and falls under the 517424 pincode. Chittoor is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Vogu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Vogu
According to the 2011 Census, Vogu village had a total population of 1,241 people, including 612 males and 629 females, living in 266 households. The sex ratio was 1,028 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.55%, with male literacy at 64.52% and female literacy at 47.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 228, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
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 | 1,241 | 612 | 629 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 85 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 228 | 114 | 114 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 606 | 340 | 266 |
| Illiterate Population | 635 | 272 | 363 |
Nearby Villages of Vogu
Vogu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mattiguttapalle | East | 1.13 km |
| Jodiverrivanipalle | South | 2.10 km |
| Bairupalle | West | 2.22 km |
| Kothakota | South | 2.92 km |
| Mudaramdoddi | East | 3.40 km |
| Gudipalle | North-West | 3.52 km |
| Konerugollapalle | South-East | 3.53 km |
| Yalakallu | North-East | 3.54 km |
| Kumbarlapalle | North | 4.09 km |
| Papepalle | North-West | 4.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vogu
Vogu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ambur, while the nearest airport is Vellore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.0 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 Vogu is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chittoor to Vogu 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 Vogu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vogu 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vogu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vogu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Vogu
Where is Vogu located?
Vogu village is located in Venkatagirikota Mandal, Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vogu?
Vogu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vogu?
The pincode of Vogu is 517424.
What is the population of Vogu?
Vogu had a total population of 1,241, including 612 males and 629 females.
How many households are there in Vogu?
Vogu had 266 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vogu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vogu was 55.55%. Male literacy was 64.52% and female literacy was 47.16%.