Chandala - Kruthivennu, Krishna
Chandala is a village situated in the Kruthivennu mandal of Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kruthivennu and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Machilipatnam. Garisepudi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chandala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandala is 589378. The village covers a total geographical area of 288 hectares and falls under the 521324 pincode. Bhimavaram is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Chandala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chandala
According to the 2011 Census, Chandala village had a total population of 1,413 people, including 708 males and 705 females, living in 352 households. The sex ratio was 996 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.37%, with male literacy at 62.52% and female literacy at 54.12%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 58.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,413 | 708 | 705 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 73 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 58 | 25 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 732 | 397 | 335 |
| Illiterate Population | 681 | 311 | 370 |
Nearby Villages of Chandala
Chandala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Garisepudi | North-West | 1.26 km |
| Tadivennu | South | 1.61 km |
| Laxmipuram | North-East | 2.18 km |
| Nidamarru | South | 3.06 km |
| Matlam | North | 3.76 km |
| Komallapudi | West | 4.40 km |
| Kruthivennu | West | 6.05 km |
| Neelipudi | West | 7.17 km |
| Pedalanka | North-West | 8.02 km |
| Kalavapudi | North | 8.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chandala
Chandala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bhimavaram Town, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Bhimavaram to Chandala is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Chandala is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chandala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chandala
Where is Chandala located?
Chandala village is located in Kruthivennu Mandal, Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandala?
The Gram Panchayat of Chandala is Garisepudi.
What is the pincode of Chandala?
The pincode of Chandala is 521324.
What is the population of Chandala?
Chandala had a total population of 1,413, including 708 males and 705 females.
How many households are there in Chandala?
Chandala had 352 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandala was 58.37%. Male literacy was 62.52% and female literacy was 54.12%.