Uppalur - Peddamudiam, Y.S.R. Kadapa
Uppalur is a village situated in the Peddamudiam mandal of Y.S.R. Kadapa district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from Peddamudium and around 95 km from Kadapa. Uppalur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uppalur is 592874. The village covers a total geographical area of 586 hectares and falls under the 516411 pincode. Jammalamadugu is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Uppalur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Uppalur
According to the 2011 Census, Uppalur village had a total population of 277 people, including 139 males and 138 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 993 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.27%, with male literacy at 74.02% and female literacy at 58.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 38.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 277 | 139 | 138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 19 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 169 | 94 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 108 | 45 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Uppalur
Uppalur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Uppalur
Uppalur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jammalamadugu to Uppalur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kadapa to Uppalur 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 Uppalur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uppalur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Uppalur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uppalur 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 Uppalur
Where is Uppalur located?
Uppalur village is located in Peddamudiam Mandal, Y.S.R. Kadapa district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uppalur?
Uppalur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Uppalur?
The pincode of Uppalur is 516411.
What is the population of Uppalur?
Uppalur had a total population of 277, including 139 males and 138 females.
How many households are there in Uppalur?
Uppalur had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Uppalur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uppalur was 66.27%. Male literacy was 74.02% and female literacy was 58.59%.