Chigicherla
Chigicherla is a village located in Dharmavaram mandal of Anantapur district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Dharmavaram (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Anantapur. As per 2009 stats, Uppunesinapalli is the gram panchayat of Chigicherla village.
Here you can discover what makes Chigicherla unique in its vibrant Dharmavaram-Anantapur region. You’ll see Chigicherla’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chigicherla
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chigicherla is 595153. The village spans a total geographical area of 3805 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 515672. Dharmavaram is nearest town to Chigicherla village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
Google Map of Chigicherla
Population of Chigicherla
According to the 2011 Census, Chigicherla has a total population of about 4,931, with approximately 2,578 males and 2,353 females. The sex ratio is around 912 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 474 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,118 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 181. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.96%, with male literacy at about 70.36% and female literacy near 50.66%. There are around 1,189 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chigicherla's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,931 | 2,578 | 2,353 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 474 | 244 | 230 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,118 | 577 | 541 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 181 | 95 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 3,006 | 1,814 | 1,192 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,925 | 764 | 1,161 |
Connectivity of Chigicherla
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chigicherla. As per the 2011 stats, Chigicherla had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Chigicherla
Knowing the nearby villages of Chigicherla helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chigicherla.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chigicherla
- Where is Chigicherla located?
- Chigicherla village is situated in Dharmavaram Mandal, within the Anantapur district of Andhra Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chigicherla?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chigicherla is Uppunesinapalli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chigicherla?
- The pincode of Chigicherla is 515672, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chigicherla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chigicherla is 4,931, with 2,578 males and 2,353 females.
- How many households are there in Chigicherla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chigicherla village has a total of 1,189 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chigicherla as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chigicherla is 60.96%. The male literacy rate is 70.36%, while the female literacy rate is 50.66%.