Challanisilpa - Gudem Kotha Veedhi, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Challanisilpa is a village situated in the Gudem Kotha Veedhi mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from Gudem Kotha Veedhi and around 193 km from Visakhapatnam. Duppalawada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Challanisilpa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Challanisilpa is 585384. The village covers a total geographical area of 30 hectares and falls under the 531133 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 153 km away.
Challanisilpa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Challanisilpa
As per Census 2011, Challanisilpa village has a total population of 139 people, consisting of 61 males and 78 females. The village has 36 households and a sex ratio of 1,278 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 34 literate and 105 illiterate residents. Additionally, 135 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Challanisilpa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 139 | 61 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 7 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 135 | 59 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 34 | 19 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 42 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Challanisilpa
Challanisilpa 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 Challanisilpa
Challanisilpa 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anakapalle to Challanisilpa is about 153 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Challanisilpa is about 193 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Challanisilpa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Challanisilpa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Challanisilpa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Challanisilpa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Challanisilpa
Where is Challanisilpa located?
Challanisilpa village is located in Gudem Kotha Veedhi Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Challanisilpa?
The Gram Panchayat of Challanisilpa is Duppalawada.
What is the pincode of Challanisilpa?
The pincode of Challanisilpa is 531133.
What is the population of Challanisilpa?
Challanisilpa has a total population of 139, including 61 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Challanisilpa?
There are 36 households in Challanisilpa.
What is the literacy rate in Challanisilpa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Challanisilpa is 24.46%. Male literacy is 31.15% and female literacy is 19.23%.