Gangupalem - Chittamur, Tirupati
Gangupalem is a village situated in the Chittamur mandal of Tirupati district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from Chittamur and around 83 km from Nellore. Jakkalavari Palle serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gangupalem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gangupalem is 592595. The village covers a total geographical area of 54 hectares and falls under the 524127 pincode. Gudur is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Gangupalem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Gangupalem
Gangupalem 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mukkidipalem | North-West | 0.45 km |
| Gollapalem | South | 0.55 km |
| Mangalavaripalle | North | 0.95 km |
| Pothunayanipalle | North-West | 1.02 km |
| Kothapalem | South | 1.41 km |
| Vadlavanipalle | North-West | 2.26 km |
| Kokkupalem | South | 2.61 km |
| Jalapeddipalem | South-West | 2.70 km |
| Rayareddipalem | North | 2.75 km |
| Mallam | West | 2.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gangupalem
Gangupalem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Doravari Chatram, while the nearest airport is Tirupati Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gudur to Gangupalem is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nellore to Gangupalem is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gangupalem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gangupalem 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gangupalem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gangupalem 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gangupalem
Where is Gangupalem located?
Gangupalem village is located in Chittamur Mandal, Tirupati district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gangupalem?
The Gram Panchayat of Gangupalem is Jakkalavari Palle.
What is the pincode of Gangupalem?
The pincode of Gangupalem is 524127.