Charala - Chowdepalle, Annamayya
Charala is a village situated in the Chowdepalle mandal of Annamayya district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from Chowdepalle and around 65 km from Chittoor. Charala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charala is 596524. The village covers a total geographical area of 2457 hectares and falls under the 517257 pincode. Punganur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Charala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Charala
As per Census 2011, Charala village has a total population of 2,437 people, consisting of 1,218 males and 1,219 females. The village has 640 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 258 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,549 literate and 888 illiterate residents. Additionally, 650 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,437 | 1,218 | 1,219 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 258 | 141 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 650 | 325 | 325 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,549 | 880 | 669 |
| Illiterate Population | 888 | 338 | 550 |
Nearby Villages of Charala
Charala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Settipeta | North-East | 2.35 km |
| Durgasamudram | East | 3.18 km |
| Peddayallakuntla | North-West | 3.20 km |
| Pudipatla | West | 3.59 km |
| Chowdepalle | North | 3.69 km |
| A.kothakota | South-West | 3.98 km |
| Veerapalle | South | 4.63 km |
| 29 -a. Chinta -makulapalle | North-West | 5.15 km |
| Pandillapalle | North-East | 5.78 km |
| Laddigam | West | 6.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Charala
Charala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vayalpad, while the nearest airport is Vellore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Punganur to Charala is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chittoor to Charala is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Charala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Charala
Where is Charala located?
Charala village is located in Chowdepalle Mandal, Annamayya district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charala?
Charala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Charala?
The pincode of Charala is 517257.
What is the population of Charala?
Charala has a total population of 2,437, including 1,218 males and 1,219 females.
How many households are there in Charala?
There are 640 households in Charala.
What is the literacy rate in Charala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charala is 63.56%. Male literacy is 72.25% and female literacy is 54.88%.