Chowdampalle - Santhipuram, Chittoor
Chowdampalle is a village situated in the Santhipuram mandal of Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Santhipuram and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Chittoor. Dandikuppam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chowdampalle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chowdampalle is 596836. The village covers a total geographical area of 74 hectares and falls under the 517423 pincode. Kolar(karnataka) is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Chowdampalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chowdampalle
As per Census 2011, Chowdampalle village has a total population of 444 people, consisting of 207 males and 237 females. The village has 108 households and a sex ratio of 1,144 females per 1,000 males. There are 64 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 244 literate and 200 illiterate residents. Additionally, 103 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 138 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chowdampalle are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 444 | 207 | 237 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 30 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 103 | 45 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 138 | 61 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 244 | 125 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 200 | 82 | 118 |
Nearby Villages of Chowdampalle
Chowdampalle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nallarallapalle | West | 0.86 km |
| Kadirimuthanapalle | South-West | 0.97 km |
| Dandikuppam | East | 1.26 km |
| Redlapalle | South-West | 1.80 km |
| Vetagirikothur | South-East | 1.93 km |
| Veduruguttapalle | South-West | 2.26 km |
| Kolamadugu | South | 2.26 km |
| Gundusettipalle | North | 2.41 km |
| Arimuthanapalle | West | 2.46 km |
| Matam Santhampalle | North | 2.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chowdampalle
Chowdampalle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kuppam, while the nearest airport is Vellore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kolar(karnataka) to Chowdampalle is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chittoor to Chowdampalle is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chowdampalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chowdampalle 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chowdampalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chowdampalle village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chowdampalle
Where is Chowdampalle located?
Chowdampalle village is located in Santhipuram Mandal, Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chowdampalle?
The Gram Panchayat of Chowdampalle is Dandikuppam.
What is the pincode of Chowdampalle?
The pincode of Chowdampalle is 517423.
What is the population of Chowdampalle?
Chowdampalle has a total population of 444, including 207 males and 237 females.
How many households are there in Chowdampalle?
There are 108 households in Chowdampalle.
What is the literacy rate in Chowdampalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chowdampalle is 54.95%. Male literacy is 60.39% and female literacy is 50.21%.