Chandragudem - Mylavaram, Ntr
Chandragudem is a village situated in the Mylavaram mandal of Ntr district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from Mylavaram and around 125 km from Machilipatnam. Chandragudem village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandragudem is 588929. The village covers a total geographical area of 1362 hectares and falls under the 521230 pincode. Vijayawada is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Chandragudem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chandragudem
As per Census 2011, Chandragudem village has a total population of 5,065 people, consisting of 2,547 males and 2,518 females. The village has 1,400 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 484 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,024 literate and 2,041 illiterate residents. Additionally, 373 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 316 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chandragudem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,065 | 2,547 | 2,518 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 484 | 253 | 231 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 373 | 193 | 180 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 316 | 163 | 153 |
| Literate Population | 3,024 | 1,720 | 1,304 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,041 | 827 | 1,214 |
Nearby Villages of Chandragudem
Chandragudem 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dasullapalem | North-West | 2.68 km |
| Jangalapalle | East | 3.44 km |
| Pondugula | South | 3.47 km |
| Sabjapadu | South-East | 4.06 km |
| Pulluru | North | 5.15 km |
| Mulakalapanta | North-West | 5.33 km |
| Tholukodu | East | 6.12 km |
| Velvadam | South-East | 6.74 km |
| Gurrajupalem | South | 7.00 km |
| Morusumilli | North-West | 7.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chandragudem
Chandragudem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Cheruvu Madhavaram, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 102.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vijayawada to Chandragudem is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Chandragudem is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandragudem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandragudem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chandragudem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandragudem 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chandragudem
Where is Chandragudem located?
Chandragudem village is located in Mylavaram Mandal, Ntr district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandragudem?
Chandragudem is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chandragudem?
The pincode of Chandragudem is 521230.
What is the population of Chandragudem?
Chandragudem has a total population of 5,065, including 2,547 males and 2,518 females.
How many households are there in Chandragudem?
There are 1,400 households in Chandragudem.
What is the literacy rate in Chandragudem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandragudem is 59.70%. Male literacy is 67.53% and female literacy is 51.79%.