Chintalapalem - Kasimkota, Anakapalli
Chintalapalem is a village situated in the Kasimkota mandal of Anakapalli district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from Kasimkota and around 60 km from Visakhapatnam. Chintalapalem village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chintalapalem is 586345. The village covers a total geographical area of 274 hectares and falls under the 531055 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Chintalapalem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chintalapalem
As per Census 2011, Chintalapalem village has a total population of 1,604 people, consisting of 806 males and 798 females. The village has 433 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 172 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 759 literate and 845 illiterate residents. Additionally, 205 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chintalapalem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,604 | 806 | 798 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 172 | 85 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 205 | 99 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 759 | 452 | 307 |
| Illiterate Population | 845 | 354 | 491 |
Nearby Villages of Chintalapalem
Chintalapalem is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Gobburu | North-West | 0.96 km |
| Gobburupalem | North-East | 1.04 km |
| Nutulaguntla Palem | South-West | 1.47 km |
| Gytulapalem | North | 1.58 km |
| Somavaram | South-East | 2.01 km |
| Tallapalem | North | 2.51 km |
| Zattapureddituni | South-West | 2.78 km |
| Narasapuram | East | 2.89 km |
| Yenugutuni | South | 2.97 km |
| Ganaparthi | East | 3.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chintalapalem
Chintalapalem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Narasingapalli, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 97.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anakapalle to Chintalapalem is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Chintalapalem is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chintalapalem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chintalapalem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Chintalapalem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chintalapalem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chintalapalem
Where is Chintalapalem located?
Chintalapalem village is located in Kasimkota Mandal, Anakapalli district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chintalapalem?
Chintalapalem is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chintalapalem?
The pincode of Chintalapalem is 531055.
What is the population of Chintalapalem?
Chintalapalem has a total population of 1,604, including 806 males and 798 females.
How many households are there in Chintalapalem?
There are 433 households in Chintalapalem.
What is the literacy rate in Chintalapalem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chintalapalem is 47.32%. Male literacy is 56.08% and female literacy is 38.47%.