Chirivada - Bapulapadu, Krishna
Chirivada is a village situated in the Bapulapadu mandal of Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bapulapadu and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Machilipatnam. Chiriwada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chirivada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chirivada is 589095. The village covers a total geographical area of 456 hectares and falls under the 521109 pincode. Gudivada is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Chirivada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chirivada
As per Census 2011, Chirivada village has a total population of 1,732 people, consisting of 874 males and 858 females. The village has 542 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 153 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,130 literate and 602 illiterate residents. Additionally, 372 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 74 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chirivada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,732 | 874 | 858 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 83 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 372 | 195 | 177 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 74 | 40 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 1,130 | 607 | 523 |
| Illiterate Population | 602 | 267 | 335 |
Nearby Villages of Chirivada
Chirivada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Venkatapuram | South-West | 2.25 km |
| Pedalingala | South-East | 2.38 km |
| Tippanagunta | North | 2.49 km |
| Arugolanu | East | 2.61 km |
| Chinalingala | South | 3.59 km |
| Garapadu | South-West | 3.63 km |
| Kuripirala | South-East | 4.18 km |
| Telaprolu | West | 4.41 km |
| Dibbanapudi | South-West | 4.62 km |
| Puttagunta | South-East | 5.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chirivada
Chirivada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Telaprolu, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gudivada to Chirivada is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Chirivada is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chirivada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chirivada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chirivada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chirivada 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Chirivada
Where is Chirivada located?
Chirivada village is located in Bapulapadu Mandal, Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chirivada?
The Gram Panchayat of Chirivada is Chiriwada.
What is the pincode of Chirivada?
The pincode of Chirivada is 521109.
What is the population of Chirivada?
Chirivada has a total population of 1,732, including 874 males and 858 females.
How many households are there in Chirivada?
There are 542 households in Chirivada.
What is the literacy rate in Chirivada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chirivada is 65.24%. Male literacy is 69.45% and female literacy is 60.96%.