Voppicherla - Karempudi, Palnadu
Voppicherla is a village situated in the Karempudi mandal of Palnadu district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from Karempudi and around 81 km from Guntur. Oppicherla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Voppicherla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Voppicherla is 589868. The village covers a total geographical area of 2057 hectares and falls under the 522614 pincode. Piduguralla is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Voppicherla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Voppicherla
As per Census 2011, Voppicherla village has a total population of 7,157 people, consisting of 3,604 males and 3,553 females. The village has 1,923 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 728 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,988 literate and 4,169 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,065 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 529 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Voppicherla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,157 | 3,604 | 3,553 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 728 | 386 | 342 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,065 | 536 | 529 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 529 | 269 | 260 |
| Literate Population | 2,988 | 1,791 | 1,197 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,169 | 1,813 | 2,356 |
Nearby Villages of Voppicherla
Voppicherla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Narmalapadu | West | 2.95 km |
| Karempudi | East | 4.13 km |
| Veeralakshmi Puram | North-East | 5.72 km |
| Peda Kodamagundla | North | 6.52 km |
| Miriyala | North-West | 6.64 km |
| Adigoppula | West | 7.09 km |
| Petasannigandla | East | 8.04 km |
| Singarutla | South-East | 8.32 km |
| China Kodamagundla | North-East | 8.46 km |
| Chintapalle | North-East | 8.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Voppicherla
Voppicherla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gurujalas, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.2 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 Piduguralla to Voppicherla is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Guntur to Voppicherla is about 81 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 Voppicherla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Voppicherla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Voppicherla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Voppicherla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Voppicherla
Where is Voppicherla located?
Voppicherla village is located in Karempudi Mandal, Palnadu district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Voppicherla?
The Gram Panchayat of Voppicherla is Oppicherla.
What is the pincode of Voppicherla?
The pincode of Voppicherla is 522614.
What is the population of Voppicherla?
Voppicherla has a total population of 7,157, including 3,604 males and 3,553 females.
How many households are there in Voppicherla?
There are 1,923 households in Voppicherla.
What is the literacy rate in Voppicherla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Voppicherla is 41.75%. Male literacy is 49.69% and female literacy is 33.69%.