Chalamangalam - Peddapanjani, Chittoor
Chalamangalam is a village situated in the Peddapanjani mandal of Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Peddapanjani and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Chittoor. Chalamangalam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chalamangalam is 596569. The village covers a total geographical area of 1010 hectares and falls under the 517408 pincode. Palamaner is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Chalamangalam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chalamangalam
As per Census 2011, Chalamangalam village has a total population of 3,254 people, consisting of 1,583 males and 1,671 females. The village has 786 households and a sex ratio of 1,055 females per 1,000 males. There are 448 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,829 literate and 1,425 illiterate residents. Additionally, 406 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chalamangalam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,254 | 1,583 | 1,671 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 448 | 231 | 217 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 406 | 183 | 223 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,829 | 1,032 | 797 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,425 | 551 | 874 |
Nearby Villages of Chalamangalam
Chalamangalam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Peddapanjani | North | 3.20 km |
| Kalagatoor | South-East | 3.31 km |
| Bommarajupalle | South-West | 3.61 km |
| Muthukur | West | 4.17 km |
| Dandapalle | South | 4.70 km |
| Chamaneru | South-West | 5.25 km |
| Kogileru | East | 5.52 km |
| Mudarampalle | South-West | 5.53 km |
| Kallupalle | East | 5.61 km |
| Kolathur | North-East | 6.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chalamangalam
Chalamangalam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Vayalpad, while the nearest airport is Vellore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Palamaner to Chalamangalam is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chittoor to Chalamangalam is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chalamangalam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chalamangalam 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 Chalamangalam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chalamangalam 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chalamangalam
Where is Chalamangalam located?
Chalamangalam village is located in Peddapanjani Mandal, Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chalamangalam?
Chalamangalam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chalamangalam?
The pincode of Chalamangalam is 517408.
What is the population of Chalamangalam?
Chalamangalam has a total population of 3,254, including 1,583 males and 1,671 females.
How many households are there in Chalamangalam?
There are 786 households in Chalamangalam.
What is the literacy rate in Chalamangalam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chalamangalam is 56.21%. Male literacy is 65.19% and female literacy is 47.70%.