Vadigepalle - Gorantla, Sri Sathya Sai
Vadigepalle is a village situated in the Gorantla mandal of Sri Sathya Sai district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from Gorantla and around 95 km from Anantapur. Vadigepalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vadigepalle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vadigepalle is 595527. The village covers a total geographical area of 1756 hectares and falls under the 515241 pincode. Hindupur is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Vadigepalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Vadigepalle
As per Census 2011, Vadigepalle village has a total population of 2,795 people, consisting of 1,425 males and 1,370 females. The village has 696 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 303 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,400 literate and 1,395 illiterate residents. Additionally, 599 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 500 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vadigepalle are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,795 | 1,425 | 1,370 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 303 | 162 | 141 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 599 | 305 | 294 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 500 | 268 | 232 |
| Literate Population | 1,400 | 868 | 532 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,395 | 557 | 838 |
Nearby Villages of Vadigepalle
Vadigepalle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Devulacheruvu | North-East | 4.02 km |
| Tungodu | North-West | 4.49 km |
| Velidadakala | West | 4.66 km |
| Palasamudram | North | 4.77 km |
| Ragimakulapalle | North-East | 5.22 km |
| Tekulodu | South | 5.94 km |
| Katepalle | North-East | 5.99 km |
| Settipalle | South-East | 6.13 km |
| Budili | East | 6.16 km |
| Chalivendala | South-West | 6.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vadigepalle
Vadigepalle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chakarlapalli, while the nearest airport is Kempegowda International 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 | 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 Hindupur to Vadigepalle is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anantapur to Vadigepalle is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vadigepalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vadigepalle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vadigepalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vadigepalle 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vadigepalle
Where is Vadigepalle located?
Vadigepalle village is located in Gorantla Mandal, Sri Sathya Sai district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vadigepalle?
The Gram Panchayat of Vadigepalle is Vadigepalli.
What is the pincode of Vadigepalle?
The pincode of Vadigepalle is 515241.
What is the population of Vadigepalle?
Vadigepalle has a total population of 2,795, including 1,425 males and 1,370 females.
How many households are there in Vadigepalle?
There are 696 households in Vadigepalle.
What is the literacy rate in Vadigepalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vadigepalle is 50.09%. Male literacy is 60.91% and female literacy is 38.83%.