Chowtapalle - Gudivada, Krishna
Chowtapalle is a village situated in the Gudivada mandal of Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gudivada and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Machilipatnam. Chowtapalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chowtapalle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chowtapalle is 589454. The village covers a total geographical area of 543 hectares and falls under the 521323 pincode. Gudivada is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Chowtapalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chowtapalle
As per Census 2011, Chowtapalle village has a total population of 2,190 people, consisting of 1,084 males and 1,106 females. The village has 619 households and a sex ratio of 1,020 females per 1,000 males. There are 245 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,407 literate and 783 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,227 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 27 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chowtapalle are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,190 | 1,084 | 1,106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 245 | 127 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,227 | 590 | 637 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 18 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 1,407 | 728 | 679 |
| Illiterate Population | 783 | 356 | 427 |
Nearby Villages of Chowtapalle
Chowtapalle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Seri Velpur | South-West | 1.85 km |
| Seri Dintakurru | South | 1.85 km |
| Pedapalaparru | North-East | 2.08 km |
| Bommuluru | West | 2.88 km |
| Siddhantam | South-West | 3.34 km |
| Cheruvupalle | South-East | 3.35 km |
| Koduru | East | 3.59 km |
| Gangadharapuram | West | 3.65 km |
| Ramachandrapuram | South-West | 3.93 km |
| Chilakamudi | North | 4.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chowtapalle
Chowtapalle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Moturu, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.2 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gudivada to Chowtapalle is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Chowtapalle is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chowtapalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chowtapalle 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 Chowtapalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chowtapalle village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chowtapalle
Where is Chowtapalle located?
Chowtapalle village is located in Gudivada Mandal, Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chowtapalle?
The Gram Panchayat of Chowtapalle is Chowtapalli.
What is the pincode of Chowtapalle?
The pincode of Chowtapalle is 521323.
What is the population of Chowtapalle?
Chowtapalle has a total population of 2,190, including 1,084 males and 1,106 females.
How many households are there in Chowtapalle?
There are 619 households in Chowtapalle.
What is the literacy rate in Chowtapalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chowtapalle is 64.25%. Male literacy is 67.16% and female literacy is 61.39%.