Chilamathur
Chilamathur is a Town and Mandal in Anantapur District of Andhra Pradesh. In India, a mandal is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Chilamathur Block (CD) is 05366. The total area of Chilamathur Mandal is 250 km². Chilamathur has a sex ratio of approximately 997 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Chilamathur Mandal
Chilamathur Mandal has a total of 21 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Chilamathur Mandal, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chagaluru | Chagaleru | Hindupur (48 km) |
| 2 | Chilamathur | Chilamathur | Hindupur (26 km) |
| 3 | Chowdireddipalle | Somaghatta | Hindupur (43 km) |
| 4 | Demakethepalle | Demakethepalli | Hindupur (21 km) |
| 5 | Gandladinne | Morasalapalli | Hindupur (41 km) |
| 6 | Hussainpuram | Veera Puram | Hindupur (37 km) |
| 7 | Kambaladinne | Palagala Palli | Hindupur (48 km) |
| 8 | Kanugamakulapalle | Palagala Palli | Hindupur (50 km) |
| 9 | Kodikonda | Kodi Konda | Hindupur (34 km) |
| 10 | Kodur | Kodur | Hindupur (33 km) |
| 11 | Marrimakulapalle | Kodi Konda | Hindupur (30 km) |
| 12 | Morasalapalle | Morasalapalli | Hindupur (38 km) |
| 13 | Muddireddipalle | Morasalapalli | Hindupur (46 km) |
| 14 | Naremuddapalle | Kodi Konda | Hindupur (30 km) |
| 15 | Settipalle | Settipalli | Hindupur (41 km) |
| 16 | Somaghatta | Somaghatta | Hindupur (48 km) |
| 17 | Subbaraopet | Kodur | Hindupur (35 km) |
| 18 | Tekulodu | Tekulodu | Hindupur (27 km) |
| 19 | Veerapuram | Veera Puram | Hindupur (30 km) |
| 20 | Yagnisettipalle | Demakethepalli | Hindupur (25 km) |
| 21 | Yerrasingepalle | Somaghatta | Hindupur (44 km) |
Population of Chilamathur Mandal
The population profile of Chilamathur Mandal offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Chilamathur Mandal's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 51,456 | 51,456 | N/A |
| Male Population | 25,759 | 25,759 | N/A |
| Female Population | 25,697 | 25,697 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 5,501 | 5,501 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,795 | 2,795 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,706 | 2,706 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 28,257 | 28,257 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 16,297 | 16,297 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 11,960 | 11,960 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 23,199 | 23,199 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 9,462 | 9,462 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 13,737 | 13,737 | N/A |
| Total Households | 12,217 | 12,217 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 51,456 people. Includes nearly 25,759 males and 25,697 females. Rural population is about 51,456 people.
- There are around 5,501 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 2,795 boys and 2,706 girls.
- Literate population is about 28,257 people. Non-literate population is around 23,199 people.
- There are nearly 12,217 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Chilamathur Mandal, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 6,786 | 6,786 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 3,389 | 3,389 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 3,397 | 3,397 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 1,373 | 1,373 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 690 | 690 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 683 | 683 | N/A |
| Population Density | 206 / km² | 206 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Chilamathur Mandal is approximately 6,786 people, including 3,389 males and 3,397 females. Around 6,786 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Chilamathur Mandal is about 1,373 people, including 690 males and 683 females. Around 1,373 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 206 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 206 people per sq. km.