Gunnachelama - Munchingi Puttu, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Gunnachelama is a village situated in the Munchingi Puttu mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from Munchingi Puttu and around 208 km from Visakhapatnam. Babusala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gunnachelama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gunnachelama is 583446. The village covers a total geographical area of 24 hectares and falls under the 531040 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 186 km away.
Gunnachelama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gunnachelama
As per Census 2011, Gunnachelama village has a total population of 95 people, consisting of 44 males and 51 females. The village has 23 households and a sex ratio of 1,159 females per 1,000 males. There are 16 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 16 literate and 79 illiterate residents. Additionally, 93 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gunnachelama are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 95 | 44 | 51 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 6 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 93 | 43 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 16 | 12 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 32 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Gunnachelama
Gunnachelama 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 Gunnachelama
Public transport in the Gunnachelama is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Gunnachelama is about 186 km, with a usual travel time of around ~5.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Gunnachelama 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 Gunnachelama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gunnachelama 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 Gunnachelama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gunnachelama 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Gunnachelama
Where is Gunnachelama located?
Gunnachelama village is located in Munchingi Puttu Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gunnachelama?
The Gram Panchayat of Gunnachelama is Babusala.
What is the pincode of Gunnachelama?
The pincode of Gunnachelama is 531040.
What is the population of Gunnachelama?
Gunnachelama has a total population of 95, including 44 males and 51 females.
How many households are there in Gunnachelama?
There are 23 households in Gunnachelama.
What is the literacy rate in Gunnachelama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gunnachelama is 16.84%. Male literacy is 27.27% and female literacy is 7.84%.