Chodirai - Gudem Kotha Veedhi, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Chodirai is a village situated in the Gudem Kotha Veedhi mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 41 km from Gudem Kotha Veedhi and around 208 km from Visakhapatnam. Gummerevulu serves as the Grama Panchayat for Chodirai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chodirai is 585428. The village covers a total geographical area of 114 hectares and falls under the 531133 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 164 km away.
Chodirai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chodirai
According to the 2011 Census, Chodirai village had a total population of 173 people, including 92 males and 81 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 880 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 27.03%, with male literacy at 41.89% and female literacy at 12.16%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 173.
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 | 173 | 92 | 81 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 18 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 173 | 92 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 40 | 31 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 133 | 61 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Chodirai
Chodirai 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 Chodirai
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Chodirai.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anakapalle to Chodirai is about 164 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Chodirai is about 208 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chodirai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chodirai 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chodirai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chodirai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chodirai
Where is Chodirai located?
Chodirai village is located in Gudem Kotha Veedhi Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Chodirai?
The Grama Panchayat of Chodirai is Gummerevulu.
What is the pincode of Chodirai?
The pincode of Chodirai is 531133.
What is the population of Chodirai?
Chodirai had a total population of 173, including 92 males and 81 females.
How many households are there in Chodirai?
Chodirai had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chodirai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chodirai was 27.03%. Male literacy was 41.89% and female literacy was 12.16%.