Cherapalle - Chinthapalli, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Cherapalle is a village situated in the Chinthapalli mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from Chintapalle and around 132 km from Visakhapatnam. Lothugedda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Cherapalle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Cherapalle is 585239. The village covers a total geographical area of 230 hectares and falls under the 531111 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Cherapalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Cherapalle
As per Census 2011, Cherapalle village has a total population of 511 people, consisting of 229 males and 282 females. The village has 112 households and a sex ratio of 1,231 females per 1,000 males. There are 48 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 271 literate and 240 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 498 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Cherapalle are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 511 | 229 | 282 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 21 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 498 | 222 | 276 |
| Literate Population | 271 | 128 | 143 |
| Illiterate Population | 240 | 101 | 139 |
Nearby Villages of Cherapalle
Cherapalle 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 Cherapalle
Cherapalle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Anakapalle to Cherapalle is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Cherapalle is about 132 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Cherapalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Cherapalle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Cherapalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Cherapalle 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Cherapalle
Where is Cherapalle located?
Cherapalle village is located in Chinthapalli Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Cherapalle?
The Gram Panchayat of Cherapalle is Lothugedda.
What is the pincode of Cherapalle?
The pincode of Cherapalle is 531111.
What is the population of Cherapalle?
Cherapalle has a total population of 511, including 229 males and 282 females.
How many households are there in Cherapalle?
There are 112 households in Cherapalle.
What is the literacy rate in Cherapalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Cherapalle is 53.03%. Male literacy is 55.90% and female literacy is 50.71%.