Turpu Kanupur - Chillakur, Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore
Turpu Kanupur is a village situated in the Chillakur mandal of Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chillakur and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Nellore. East Kanupuru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Turpu Kanupur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Turpu Kanupur is 592507. The village covers a total geographical area of 1017 hectares and falls under the 524412 pincode. Gudur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Turpu Kanupur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Turpu Kanupur
As per Census 2011, Turpu Kanupur village has a total population of 1,359 people, consisting of 674 males and 685 females. The village has 395 households and a sex ratio of 1,016 females per 1,000 males. There are 200 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 503 literate and 856 illiterate residents. Additionally, 152 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 122 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Turpu Kanupur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,359 | 674 | 685 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 200 | 93 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 152 | 71 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 122 | 68 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 503 | 293 | 210 |
| Illiterate Population | 856 | 381 | 475 |
Nearby Villages of Turpu Kanupur
Turpu Kanupur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Addepalle | West | 1.71 km |
| Kothapatnam | East | 3.27 km |
| Siddavaram | South | 4.42 km |
| Vellapalem | South-West | 4.58 km |
| Chinthavaram | West | 5.11 km |
| Karlapudi | South | 5.13 km |
| Ballavolu | West | 5.42 km |
| Momidi | North-West | 5.80 km |
| Ponnavolu | West | 6.87 km |
| Illukurupadu | South | 6.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Turpu Kanupur
Turpu Kanupur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Manubolu, while the nearest airport is Tirupati Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gudur to Turpu Kanupur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nellore to Turpu Kanupur is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Turpu Kanupur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Turpu Kanupur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Turpu Kanupur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Turpu Kanupur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Turpu Kanupur
Where is Turpu Kanupur located?
Turpu Kanupur village is located in Chillakur Mandal, Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Turpu Kanupur?
The Gram Panchayat of Turpu Kanupur is East Kanupuru.
What is the pincode of Turpu Kanupur?
The pincode of Turpu Kanupur is 524412.
What is the population of Turpu Kanupur?
Turpu Kanupur has a total population of 1,359, including 674 males and 685 females.
How many households are there in Turpu Kanupur?
There are 395 households in Turpu Kanupur.
What is the literacy rate in Turpu Kanupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turpu Kanupur is 37.01%. Male literacy is 43.47% and female literacy is 30.66%.