Cheemalapadu - Ravikamatham, Anakapalli
Cheemalapadu is a village situated in the Ravikamatham mandal of Anakapalli district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from Ravikamatham and around 85 km from Visakhapatnam. Cheemalapadu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Cheemalapadu is 585834. The village covers a total geographical area of 2268 hectares and falls under the 531114 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Cheemalapadu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Cheemalapadu
As per Census 2011, Cheemalapadu village has a total population of 1,974 people, consisting of 986 males and 988 females. The village has 536 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 264 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 666 literate and 1,308 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,664 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Cheemalapadu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,974 | 986 | 988 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 264 | 126 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,664 | 827 | 837 |
| Literate Population | 666 | 440 | 226 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,308 | 546 | 762 |
Nearby Villages of Cheemalapadu
Cheemalapadu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rudravaram | South-East | 5.36 km |
| Kummarakuntla | North-East | 5.68 km |
| Kudapa | East | 5.77 km |
| A.konduru | North | 5.85 km |
| Pulluru | South | 6.06 km |
| Morusumilli | South-West | 6.81 km |
| Atlapragada | North | 7.37 km |
| Dasullapalem | South | 8.92 km |
| Narukullapadu | South-East | 9.40 km |
| Vinagadapa | North-West | 9.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Cheemalapadu
Cheemalapadu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Errupalem, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Cheemalapadu is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Cheemalapadu is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Cheemalapadu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Cheemalapadu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Cheemalapadu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Cheemalapadu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Cheemalapadu
Where is Cheemalapadu located?
Cheemalapadu village is located in Ravikamatham Mandal, Anakapalli district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Cheemalapadu?
Cheemalapadu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Cheemalapadu?
The pincode of Cheemalapadu is 531114.
What is the population of Cheemalapadu?
Cheemalapadu has a total population of 1,974, including 986 males and 988 females.
How many households are there in Cheemalapadu?
There are 536 households in Cheemalapadu.
What is the literacy rate in Cheemalapadu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Cheemalapadu is 33.74%. Male literacy is 44.62% and female literacy is 22.87%.