Irala - Irala, Chittoor
Irala is a village situated in the Irala mandal of Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh. Irala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Irala is 596485. The village covers a total geographical area of 1347 hectares and falls under the 517130 pincode. Chittoor is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Irala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Irala
As per Census 2011, Irala village has a total population of 4,783 people, consisting of 2,410 males and 2,373 females. The village has 1,243 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 532 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,117 literate and 1,666 illiterate residents. Additionally, 508 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 221 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Irala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,783 | 2,410 | 2,373 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 532 | 291 | 241 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 508 | 246 | 262 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 221 | 112 | 109 |
| Literate Population | 3,117 | 1,724 | 1,393 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,666 | 686 | 980 |
Nearby Villages of Irala
Irala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Venkata Samudra Agraharam | South-East | 2.25 km |
| Erlampalle | South | 3.11 km |
| Ayyala Krishna Reddipalle | North-East | 3.26 km |
| Nampalle | East | 3.90 km |
| Morampalle | East | 4.31 km |
| Sanganapalle | South-East | 5.94 km |
| Sarakallu | South | 6.36 km |
| Polakala | North-East | 6.58 km |
| Kollapalle | South-East | 7.30 km |
| Erracheruvupalle | East | 7.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Irala
Irala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Damalcheruvu, while the nearest airport is Vellore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chittoor to Irala is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Irala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Irala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Irala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Irala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Irala
Where is Irala located?
Irala village is located in Irala Mandal, Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Irala?
Irala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Irala?
The pincode of Irala is 517130.
What is the population of Irala?
Irala has a total population of 4,783, including 2,410 males and 2,373 females.
How many households are there in Irala?
There are 1,243 households in Irala.
What is the literacy rate in Irala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Irala is 65.17%. Male literacy is 71.54% and female literacy is 58.70%.