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
As per Census 2011, Chandala village has a total population of 1,413 people, consisting of 708 males and 705 females. The village has 352 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 159 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 732 literate and 681 illiterate residents. Additionally, 58 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chandala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,413 | 708 | 705 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 73 | 86 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,413, including 708 males and 705 females.
How many households are there in Chandala?
There are 352 households in Chandala.
What is the literacy rate in Chandala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandala is 51.80%. Male literacy is 56.07% and female literacy is 47.52%.