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Kumpinipuram

Coordinates: 14°20′10″N 79°13′34″E / 14.336°N 79.226°E / 14.336; 79.226
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Kumpinipuram
కుంఫిణీపురం
Village
Sri Bhoga Anjaneya Swamy Temple
Sri Bhoga Anjaneya Swamy Temple
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Kumpinipuram is located in Andhra Pradesh
Kumpinipuram
Kumpinipuram
Location in Kadapa, Andhra Pradesh, India
Coordinates: 14°20′10″N 79°13′34″E / 14.336°N 79.226°E / 14.336; 79.226
CountryIndia
StateAndhra Pradesh
DistrictAnnamayya
RegionRayalaseema
Government
 • BodyRajampet Municipality
 • M.L.AAkepati Amarnath Reddy
 • M.PP. V. Midhun Reddy
Languages
 • OfficialTelugu language
Time zoneUTC+5:30 (IST)
PIN
516151
Kadapa code08562
Vehicle registrationAP 04

Kumpinipuram[1] is a village situated in the Annamayya district, within the Nandalur mandal of Andhra Pradesh, India. The village is located approximately 22 kilometers from Nandalur, making it a central point for nearby villages such as Pothapi,[2] Balajipally, Chintakayalapalli,[3] and Tangatur. Kumpinipuram[4] is known for its cultural and religious significance, with two prominent temples that serve as spiritual centers for the local community.

Religious sites

  • Sri Bhoga Anjaneya Swamy Temple: This temple is dedicated to Lord Hanuman, locally known as Anjaneya Swamy. Devotees visit the temple to seek blessings, and it is believed that the idol of Lord Hanuman here holds significant spiritual power, attracting pilgrims from surrounding regions.
  • Sri Sri Sri Ragvendra Swami Matta Gosala: This religious site is devoted to the teachings and worship of Sri Raghavendra Swami, a revered Hindu saint and philosopher. The matta, or monastic institution, also includes a gosala (cow shelter), reflecting the village's cultural importance and the reverence for cattle in rural Indian life.

Geographical context

Kumpinipuram's strategic location makes it an important hub for the neighboring villages, facilitating easy access and interaction among the communities in the region.

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