Kuchipudi - Marripudi, Prakasam
Kuchipudi is a village situated in the Marripudi mandal of Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Marripudi and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Ongole. Kuchipudi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuchipudi is 591107. The village covers a total geographical area of 2326 hectares and falls under the 523240 pincode. Kandukur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Kuchipudi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kuchipudi
As per Census 2011, Kuchipudi village has a total population of 2,163 people, consisting of 1,056 males and 1,107 females. The village has 600 households and a sex ratio of 1,048 females per 1,000 males. There are 234 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 834 literate and 1,329 illiterate residents. Additionally, 294 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 31 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kuchipudi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,163 | 1,056 | 1,107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 234 | 121 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 294 | 130 | 164 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 11 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 834 | 506 | 328 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,329 | 550 | 779 |
Nearby Villages of Kuchipudi
Kuchipudi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Thippala Devi Palle | North | 2.97 km |
| Vema Varam | South-East | 3.85 km |
| Ankepalle | North-East | 4.16 km |
| Ganjipalem | East | 4.25 km |
| Vankamarri Palem | South-West | 4.32 km |
| Ramachandrapuram | South-West | 4.45 km |
| Sannamur | East | 6.19 km |
| Nirmanapuram | North-East | 6.40 km |
| Marripudi | North | 6.87 km |
| Kanchipuram | West | 6.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kuchipudi
Kuchipudi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Surareddipalem, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kandukur to Kuchipudi is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ongole to Kuchipudi is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kuchipudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuchipudi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kuchipudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuchipudi 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 Kuchipudi
Where is Kuchipudi located?
Kuchipudi village is located in Marripudi Mandal, Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kuchipudi?
Kuchipudi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kuchipudi?
The pincode of Kuchipudi is 523240.
What is the population of Kuchipudi?
Kuchipudi has a total population of 2,163, including 1,056 males and 1,107 females.
How many households are there in Kuchipudi?
There are 600 households in Kuchipudi.
What is the literacy rate in Kuchipudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuchipudi is 38.56%. Male literacy is 47.92% and female literacy is 29.63%.