Chalakur
Chalakur is a village located in Somandepalle mandal of Anantapur district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Somandepalle (tehsildar office) and 92km away from district headquarter Anantapur. As per 2009 stats, Chalakur village is also a gram panchayat.
Chalakur has its own place in the vibrant Anantapur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Chalakur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chalakur is 595551. The village spans a total geographical area of 1754 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 515122. Hindupur is nearest town to Chalakur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Chalakur
Population of Chalakur
Below is a concise population overview of Chalakur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,627 | 1,341 | 1,286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 243 | 137 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 639 | 330 | 309 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,442 | 840 | 602 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,185 | 501 | 684 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chalakur village:
- The total population of Chalakur village is around 2,627, including approximately 1,341 males and 1,286 females, with a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 243 children aged 0–6 years in Chalakur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chalakur village has 639 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 9 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chalakur village is about 54.89%, with male literacy at 62.64% and female literacy at 46.81%.
- There are around 677 households in Chalakur village.
Connectivity of Chalakur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chalakur. As per the 2011 stats, Chalakur 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chalakur
Knowing the nearby villages of Chalakur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chalakur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chalakur
- Where is Chalakur located?
- Chalakur village is situated in Somandepalle Mandal, within the Anantapur district of Andhra Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chalakur?
- Chalakur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chalakur?
- The pincode of Chalakur is 515122, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chalakur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chalakur is 2,627, with 1,341 males and 1,286 females.
- How many households are there in Chalakur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chalakur village has a total of 677 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chalakur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chalakur is 54.89%. The male literacy rate is 62.64%, while the female literacy rate is 46.81%.