Challapalem
Challapalem is a village located in Srikalahasti mandal of Chittoor district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Srikalahasti (tehsildar office) and 102km away from district headquarter Chittoor. As per 2009 stats, Chellapalem is the gram panchayat of Challapalem village.
Challapalem has its own place in the vibrant Chittoor region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Challapalem
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Challapalem is 595867. The village spans a total geographical area of 607 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 517641. Srikalahasti is nearest town to Challapalem village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Challapalem
Below is a concise population overview of Challapalem as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,573 | 784 | 789 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 199 | 106 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 481 | 238 | 243 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 785 | 460 | 325 |
| Illiterate Population | 788 | 324 | 464 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Challapalem village:
- The total population of Challapalem village is around 1,573, including approximately 784 males and 789 females, with a sex ratio of 1006 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 199 children aged 0–6 years in Challapalem village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Challapalem village has 481 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 18 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Challapalem village is about 49.90%, with male literacy at 58.67% and female literacy at 41.19%.
- There are around 408 households in Challapalem village.
Connectivity of Challapalem
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Challapalem. As per the 2011 stats, Challapalem had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Challapalem
Knowing the nearby villages of Challapalem helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Challapalem.
Frequently Asked Questions about Challapalem
- Where is Challapalem located?
- Challapalem village is situated in Srikalahasti Mandal, within the Chittoor district of Andhra Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Challapalem?
- The Gram Panchayat of Challapalem is Chellapalem (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Challapalem?
- The pincode of Challapalem is 517641, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Challapalem as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Challapalem is 1,573, with 784 males and 789 females.
- How many households are there in Challapalem as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Challapalem village has a total of 408 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Challapalem as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Challapalem is 49.90%. The male literacy rate is 58.67%, while the female literacy rate is 41.19%.