Vathalur - Pullampeta, Tirupati
Vathalur is a village situated in the Pullampeta mandal of Tirupati district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from Pullampeta and around 64 km from Kadapa. Vathalur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vathalur is 593672. The village covers a total geographical area of 1610 hectares and falls under the 516107 pincode. Rajampet is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Vathalur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Vathalur
As per Census 2011, Vathalur village has a total population of 3,274 people, consisting of 1,601 males and 1,673 females. The village has 799 households and a sex ratio of 1,044 females per 1,000 males. There are 398 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,746 literate and 1,528 illiterate residents. Additionally, 500 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vathalur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,274 | 1,601 | 1,673 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 398 | 202 | 196 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 500 | 246 | 254 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,746 | 991 | 755 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,528 | 610 | 918 |
Nearby Villages of Vathalur
Vathalur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| A.channamambapuram | South | 2.65 km |
| Devasamudram | North-West | 3.26 km |
| Ananthasamudram | South | 3.36 km |
| Gopamambapuram | North | 3.39 km |
| Garalamadugu | East | 3.76 km |
| Immanur | North-East | 4.18 km |
| Thippayapalle | East | 4.67 km |
| Pullampeta | North-East | 4.83 km |
| Rangampalle | South-East | 5.27 km |
| Mittameedapalle | North | 5.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vathalur
Vathalur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pullampet, while the nearest airport is Kadapa Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Rajampet to Vathalur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kadapa to Vathalur is about 64 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 Vathalur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vathalur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vathalur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vathalur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vathalur
Where is Vathalur located?
Vathalur village is located in Pullampeta Mandal, Tirupati district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vathalur?
Vathalur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vathalur?
The pincode of Vathalur is 516107.
What is the population of Vathalur?
Vathalur has a total population of 3,274, including 1,601 males and 1,673 females.
How many households are there in Vathalur?
There are 799 households in Vathalur.
What is the literacy rate in Vathalur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vathalur is 53.33%. Male literacy is 61.90% and female literacy is 45.13%.