Chagantipadu - Thotlavalluru, Krishna
Chagantipadu is a village situated in the Thotlavalluru mandal of Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thotlavalluru and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Machilipatnam. Chagantipadu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chagantipadu is 589524. The village covers a total geographical area of 1103 hectares and falls under the 521163 pincode. Vijayawada is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Chagantipadu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chagantipadu
As per Census 2011, Chagantipadu village has a total population of 2,896 people, consisting of 1,432 males and 1,464 females. The village has 904 households and a sex ratio of 1,022 females per 1,000 males. There are 217 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,826 literate and 1,070 illiterate residents. Additionally, 953 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 96 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chagantipadu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,896 | 1,432 | 1,464 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 217 | 112 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 953 | 468 | 485 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 96 | 53 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 1,826 | 925 | 901 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,070 | 507 | 563 |
Nearby Villages of Chagantipadu
Chagantipadu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Devarapalle | South-East | 2.36 km |
| Penamakuru | East | 3.03 km |
| Bommuvaripalem | South-West | 3.55 km |
| Gurivindapalle | South-East | 4.02 km |
| South Valluru | North-West | 4.02 km |
| Madhurapuram | South-East | 4.04 km |
| Kummamuru | North-East | 4.09 km |
| Kanakavalli | North-East | 4.52 km |
| Fathelanka | East | 4.97 km |
| Mulakalapalle | South | 5.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chagantipadu
Chagantipadu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Zampini, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 108.4 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 Vijayawada to Chagantipadu is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Chagantipadu is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chagantipadu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chagantipadu 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 Chagantipadu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chagantipadu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chagantipadu
Where is Chagantipadu located?
Chagantipadu village is located in Thotlavalluru Mandal, Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chagantipadu?
Chagantipadu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chagantipadu?
The pincode of Chagantipadu is 521163.
What is the population of Chagantipadu?
Chagantipadu has a total population of 2,896, including 1,432 males and 1,464 females.
How many households are there in Chagantipadu?
There are 904 households in Chagantipadu.
What is the literacy rate in Chagantipadu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chagantipadu is 63.05%. Male literacy is 64.59% and female literacy is 61.54%.