Guntapalli - Srinivaspur, Kolar
Guntapalli is a village situated in the Srinivaspur taluka of Kolar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Srinivaspur and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Kolar. Mudinadagu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Guntapalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guntapalli is 621473. The village covers a total geographical area of 746.14 hectares and falls under the 563134 pincode. Madanapalli (andhra Pradesh) is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Guntapalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Srinivaspur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kolar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Guntapalli
As per Census 2011, Guntapalli village has a total population of 749 people, consisting of 389 males and 360 females. The village has 138 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 93 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 363 literate and 386 illiterate residents. Additionally, 233 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 296 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Guntapalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 749 | 389 | 360 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 44 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 233 | 122 | 111 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 296 | 154 | 142 |
| Literate Population | 363 | 220 | 143 |
| Illiterate Population | 386 | 169 | 217 |
Nearby Villages of Guntapalli
Guntapalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| M.thummalapalli | North-West | 2.17 km |
| Malamotakpalli | North | 2.63 km |
| Manjevaripalli | North-West | 2.78 km |
| Sunnakal | South-West | 3.24 km |
| Rayalpad | West | 3.44 km |
| Yendaguttapalli | West | 3.56 km |
| Mudimadugu | North | 3.94 km |
| Basavanapalli | North-West | 3.97 km |
| Vyapalahalli | North-West | 4.06 km |
| Jeedimakalapalli (s) | South | 4.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Guntapalli
Guntapalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kurabalakota, while the nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.7 km.
| 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 Madanapalli (andhra Pradesh) to Guntapalli is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolar to Guntapalli is about 85 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 Guntapalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guntapalli 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Guntapalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Guntapalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Guntapalli
Where is Guntapalli located?
Guntapalli village is located in Srinivaspur Taluka, Kolar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Guntapalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Guntapalli is Mudinadagu.
What is the pincode of Guntapalli?
The pincode of Guntapalli is 563134.
What is the population of Guntapalli?
Guntapalli has a total population of 749, including 389 males and 360 females.
How many households are there in Guntapalli?
There are 138 households in Guntapalli.
What is the literacy rate in Guntapalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guntapalli is 48.46%. Male literacy is 56.56% and female literacy is 39.72%.