Chekkunatham - Kuppam, Chittoor
Chekkunatham is a village situated in the Kuppam mandal of Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kuppam and around 132 km from the district headquarters in Chittoor. Chekkunatham village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chekkunatham is 596965. The village covers a total geographical area of 395 hectares and falls under the 517425 pincode. Punganur is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Chekkunatham village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chekkunatham
As per Census 2011, Chekkunatham village has a total population of 2,627 people, consisting of 1,328 males and 1,299 females. The village has 554 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 353 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,146 literate and 1,481 illiterate residents. Additionally, 113 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chekkunatham are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,627 | 1,328 | 1,299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 353 | 179 | 174 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 113 | 52 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 1,146 | 667 | 479 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,481 | 661 | 820 |
Nearby Villages of Chekkunatham
Chekkunatham 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Adavimulakapalle | West | 1.48 km |
| Pedda Boggupallle | North-West | 1.91 km |
| Kanamapacharla Palle | East | 2.03 km |
| Chinnaobba | South | 2.12 km |
| Mottakadirinur | North | 2.30 km |
| Paipalyam | North-West | 3.11 km |
| T.sadumur | South-East | 3.20 km |
| Avulanatham | North-East | 3.79 km |
| Peddagopanapalle | North | 4.01 km |
| Vasanadu | North | 4.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chekkunatham
Chekkunatham is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mulanur, while the nearest airport is Vellore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Punganur to Chekkunatham is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chittoor to Chekkunatham is about 132 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chekkunatham
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chekkunatham village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chekkunatham
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chekkunatham village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chekkunatham
Where is Chekkunatham located?
Chekkunatham village is located in Kuppam Mandal, Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chekkunatham?
Chekkunatham is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chekkunatham?
The pincode of Chekkunatham is 517425.
What is the population of Chekkunatham?
Chekkunatham has a total population of 2,627, including 1,328 males and 1,299 females.
How many households are there in Chekkunatham?
There are 554 households in Chekkunatham.
What is the literacy rate in Chekkunatham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chekkunatham is 43.62%. Male literacy is 50.23% and female literacy is 36.87%.