T. Challapalle - Uppalaguptam, Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Konaseema
T. Challapalle is a village situated in the Uppalaguptam mandal of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Konaseema district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from Uppalaguptam and around 74 km from Kakinada. T.challapalle serves as the Gram Panchayat for T. Challapalle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of T. Challapalle is 587903. The village covers a total geographical area of 2177 hectares and falls under the 533213 pincode. Amalapuram is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
T. Challapalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of T. Challapalle
As per Census 2011, T. Challapalle village has a total population of 9,291 people, consisting of 4,620 males and 4,671 females. The village has 2,501 households and a sex ratio of 1,011 females per 1,000 males. There are 955 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,059 literate and 3,232 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,934 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 54 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for T. Challapalle are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,291 | 4,620 | 4,671 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 955 | 468 | 487 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,934 | 1,935 | 1,999 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 54 | 26 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 6,059 | 3,236 | 2,823 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,232 | 1,384 | 1,848 |
Nearby Villages of T. Challapalle
T. Challapalle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Samanthakuru | South-West | 2.97 km |
| Surasaniyanam | East | 3.29 km |
| Gopavaram | North | 3.88 km |
| Devaguptam | West | 4.14 km |
| Kunavaram | North | 4.89 km |
| Tadikona | North-West | 4.95 km |
| Rellugadda | West | 6.22 km |
| Yentrikona | North-West | 6.31 km |
| Thurupulanka | West | 6.38 km |
| Gudala | North-West | 6.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of T. Challapalle
T. Challapalle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Palakollu, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amalapuram to T. Challapalle is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to T. Challapalle is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in T. Challapalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for T. Challapalle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in T. Challapalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving T. Challapalle 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 T. Challapalle
Where is T. Challapalle located?
T. Challapalle village is located in Uppalaguptam Mandal, Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Konaseema district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of T. Challapalle?
The Gram Panchayat of T. Challapalle is T.challapalle.
What is the pincode of T. Challapalle?
The pincode of T. Challapalle is 533213.
What is the population of T. Challapalle?
T. Challapalle has a total population of 9,291, including 4,620 males and 4,671 females.
How many households are there in T. Challapalle?
There are 2,501 households in T. Challapalle.
What is the literacy rate in T. Challapalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of T. Challapalle is 65.21%. Male literacy is 70.04% and female literacy is 60.44%.