Chikkavaram Village - Gannavaram, Krishna
Chikkavaram is a village situated in the Gannavaram mandal of Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gannavaram and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Machilipatnam. Chikkavaram village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chikkavaram is 589231. The village covers a total geographical area of 1249 hectares and falls under the 521101 pincode. Vijayawada is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Chikkavaram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chikkavaram
As per Census 2011, Chikkavaram village has a total population of 1,666 people, consisting of 845 males and 821 females. The village has 505 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 174 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 982 literate and 684 illiterate residents. Additionally, 572 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chikkavaram are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,666 | 845 | 821 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 93 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 572 | 293 | 279 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 982 | 527 | 455 |
| Illiterate Population | 684 | 318 | 366 |
Nearby Villages of Chikkavaram
Chikkavaram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Veerapanenigudem | East | 2.26 km |
| Gollanapalle | West | 2.36 km |
| Venkatanarasimhapuram | South-West | 3.36 km |
| Metlapalle | North-East | 3.47 km |
| Bahubalendrunigudem | South | 3.87 km |
| Gopavarapugudem | West | 4.03 km |
| Tempalle | South-East | 4.08 km |
| Thotapalle | North-West | 4.44 km |
| Narasingapalem | North | 4.55 km |
| Kondapavuluru | West | 4.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chikkavaram
Chikkavaram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gannavaram, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 94.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vijayawada to Chikkavaram is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Chikkavaram is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chikkavaram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chikkavaram 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chikkavaram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chikkavaram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chikkavaram
Where is Chikkavaram located?
Chikkavaram village is located in Gannavaram Mandal, Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chikkavaram?
Chikkavaram is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chikkavaram?
The pincode of Chikkavaram is 521101.
What is the population of Chikkavaram?
Chikkavaram has a total population of 1,666, including 845 males and 821 females.
How many households are there in Chikkavaram?
There are 505 households in Chikkavaram.
What is the literacy rate in Chikkavaram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chikkavaram is 58.94%. Male literacy is 62.37% and female literacy is 55.42%.