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 Grama 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
According to the 2011 Census, Gunnachelama village had a total population of 95 people, including 44 males and 51 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 1,159 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 20.25%, with male literacy at 31.58% and female literacy at 9.76%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 93.
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 | 95 | 44 | 51 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 6 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 Grama Panchayat of Gunnachelama?
The Grama Panchayat of Gunnachelama is Babusala.
What is the pincode of Gunnachelama?
The pincode of Gunnachelama is 531040.
What is the population of Gunnachelama?
Gunnachelama had a total population of 95, including 44 males and 51 females.
How many households are there in Gunnachelama?
Gunnachelama had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gunnachelama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gunnachelama was 20.25%. Male literacy was 31.58% and female literacy was 9.76%.