Althurupadu - Dakkili, Tirupati
Althurupadu is a village situated in the Dakkili mandal of Tirupati district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from Dakkili and around 91 km from Nellore. Althurupadu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Althurupadu is 592302. The village covers a total geographical area of 1456 hectares and falls under the 524132 pincode. Venkatagiri is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Althurupadu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Althurupadu
As per Census 2011, Althurupadu village has a total population of 1,216 people, consisting of 609 males and 607 females. The village has 340 households and a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males. There are 153 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 541 literate and 675 illiterate residents. Additionally, 612 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 110 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Althurupadu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,216 | 609 | 607 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 82 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 612 | 308 | 304 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 110 | 55 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 541 | 312 | 229 |
| Illiterate Population | 675 | 297 | 378 |
Nearby Villages of Althurupadu
Althurupadu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Cheekirenipalle | South-East | 2.01 km |
| Attalasiddavaram | North-West | 2.13 km |
| Noothalacheruvu | West | 2.80 km |
| Namasivayapuram | East | 2.90 km |
| Dattanagaram | North | 2.91 km |
| Theerthampadu | South-East | 4.25 km |
| Pedayachasamudram | South-East | 4.51 km |
| Mahasamudram | South-East | 4.70 km |
| Lingasamudram | North-East | 4.80 km |
| Thimmanagunta | South-East | 4.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Althurupadu
Althurupadu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Venkatagiri, while the nearest airport is Tirupati Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Venkatagiri to Althurupadu is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nellore to Althurupadu is about 91 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Althurupadu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Althurupadu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Althurupadu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Althurupadu 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 Althurupadu
Where is Althurupadu located?
Althurupadu village is located in Dakkili Mandal, Tirupati district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Althurupadu?
Althurupadu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Althurupadu?
The pincode of Althurupadu is 524132.
What is the population of Althurupadu?
Althurupadu has a total population of 1,216, including 609 males and 607 females.
How many households are there in Althurupadu?
There are 340 households in Althurupadu.
What is the literacy rate in Althurupadu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Althurupadu is 44.49%. Male literacy is 51.23% and female literacy is 37.73%.