Vedantha Puram - Tirupati (Rural), Tirupati
Vedantha Puram is a village situated in the Tirupati (Rural) mandal of Tirupati district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from Tirupati (rural) and around 70 km from Chittoor. Lingeswara Nagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vedantha Puram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vedantha Puram is 595728. The village covers a total geographical area of 246 hectares and falls under the 517503 pincode. Tirupati is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Vedantha Puram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Vedantha Puram
As per Census 2011, Vedantha Puram village has a total population of 1,861 people, consisting of 947 males and 914 females. The village has 490 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 217 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,120 literate and 741 illiterate residents. Additionally, 196 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 73 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vedantha Puram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,861 | 947 | 914 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 217 | 119 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 196 | 100 | 96 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 73 | 36 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 1,120 | 644 | 476 |
| Illiterate Population | 741 | 303 | 438 |
Nearby Villages of Vedantha Puram
Vedantha Puram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Avilala (ct) | North-East | 1.33 km |
| Mallam Gunta | West | 1.47 km |
| Thanapalle | South-East | 1.80 km |
| Kupu Chandra Peta | South | 1.90 km |
| Chiguruwada North Khandriga | South-West | 1.91 km |
| Ramanuja Palle | West | 2.69 km |
| Nallamani Kalva | South-East | 3.08 km |
| Tiruchanur (ct) | East | 3.47 km |
| Kuntrapakam | South | 3.57 km |
| Chiguruwada South Khandriga | South-West | 3.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vedantha Puram
Vedantha Puram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tirupati West Halt, while the nearest airport is Tirupati Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 10.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tirupati to Vedantha Puram is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chittoor to Vedantha Puram is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vedantha Puram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vedantha Puram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Vedantha Puram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vedantha Puram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vedantha Puram
Where is Vedantha Puram located?
Vedantha Puram village is located in Tirupati (Rural) Mandal, Tirupati district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vedantha Puram?
The Gram Panchayat of Vedantha Puram is Lingeswara Nagar.
What is the pincode of Vedantha Puram?
The pincode of Vedantha Puram is 517503.
What is the population of Vedantha Puram?
Vedantha Puram has a total population of 1,861, including 947 males and 914 females.
How many households are there in Vedantha Puram?
There are 490 households in Vedantha Puram.
What is the literacy rate in Vedantha Puram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vedantha Puram is 60.18%. Male literacy is 68.00% and female literacy is 52.08%.