Charala
Charala is a village located in Chowdepalle mandal of Chittoor district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Chowdepalle (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Chittoor. As per 2009 stats, Charala village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Charala unique in its vibrant Chowdepalle-Chittoor region. You’ll see Charala’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 Charala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Charala is 596524. The village spans a total geographical area of 2457 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 517257. Punganur is nearest town to Charala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Charala
Population of Charala
According to the 2011 Census, Charala has a total population of about 2,437, with approximately 1,218 males and 1,219 females. The sex ratio is around 1000 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 258 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 650 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.56%, with male literacy at about 72.25% and female literacy near 54.88%. There are around 640 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Charala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,549 | 880 | 669 |
| Illiterate Population | 888 | 338 | 550 |
Connectivity of Charala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Charala. As per the 2011 stats, Charala 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Charala
Knowing the nearby villages of Charala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Charala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Charala
- Where is Charala located?
- Charala village is situated in Chowdepalle Mandal, within the Chittoor district of Andhra Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Charala?
- Charala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Charala?
- The pincode of Charala is 517257, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Charala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Charala is 2,437, with 1,218 males and 1,219 females.
- How many households are there in Charala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Charala village has a total of 640 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Charala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Charala is 63.56%. The male literacy rate is 72.25%, while the female literacy rate is 54.88%.