Challapalle
Challapalle is a Town and Mandal in Krishna District of Andhra Pradesh. In India, a mandal is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Challapalle Block (CD) is 05035. The total area of Challapalle Mandal is 93 km². Challapalle has a sex ratio of approximately 1013 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Challapalle Mandal
Challapalle Mandal has a total of 12 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Challapalle Mandal, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Challapalle | Challapalli | Machilipatnam (26 km) |
| 2 | Cheedepudi | N/A | Machilipatnam (35 km) |
| 3 | Lakshmipuram | Lakshmipuram | Machilipatnam (22 km) |
| 4 | Majeru | Majeru | Machilipatnam (18 km) |
| 5 | Mangalapuram | Mangalapuram | Machilipatnam (25 km) |
| 6 | Nadakuduru | Amudalalanka | Machilipatnam (31 km) |
| 7 | Nimmagadda | Puritigadda | Machilipatnam (33 km) |
| 8 | Pagolu | Pagolu | Machilipatnam (26 km) |
| 9 | Puritigadda | Puritigadda | Machilipatnam (30 km) |
| 10 | Vakkalagadda | Vakkalagadda | Machilipatnam (29 km) |
| 11 | Velivolu | Velivolu | Machilipatnam (35 km) |
| 12 | Yarlagadda | Yarlagadda | Machilipatnam (35 km) |
Population of Challapalle Mandal
The population profile of Challapalle Mandal offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Challapalle Mandal's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 53,540 | 53,540 | N/A |
| Male Population | 26,593 | 26,593 | N/A |
| Female Population | 26,947 | 26,947 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 4,716 | 4,716 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,498 | 2,498 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,218 | 2,218 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 36,439 | 36,439 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 18,794 | 18,794 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 17,645 | 17,645 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 17,101 | 17,101 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 7,799 | 7,799 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 9,302 | 9,302 | N/A |
| Total Households | 16,430 | 16,430 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 53,540 people. Includes nearly 26,593 males and 26,947 females. Rural population is about 53,540 people.
- There are around 4,716 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 2,498 boys and 2,218 girls.
- Literate population is about 36,439 people. Non-literate population is around 17,101 people.
- There are nearly 16,430 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Challapalle Mandal, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 11,963 | 11,963 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 5,838 | 5,838 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 6,125 | 6,125 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 1,448 | 1,448 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 713 | 713 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 735 | 735 | N/A |
| Population Density | 574 / km² | 574 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Challapalle Mandal is approximately 11,963 people, including 5,838 males and 6,125 females. Around 11,963 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Challapalle Mandal is about 1,448 people, including 713 males and 735 females. Around 1,448 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 574 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 574 people per sq. km.