Chigeli - Aspari, Kurnool
Chigeli is a village situated in the Aspari mandal of Kurnool district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aspari and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Kurnool. Chigili serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chigeli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chigeli is 594183. The village covers a total geographical area of 1505 hectares and falls under the 518347 pincode. Adoni is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Chigeli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chigeli
As per Census 2011, Chigeli village has a total population of 2,928 people, consisting of 1,511 males and 1,417 females. The village has 588 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 372 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,297 literate and 1,631 illiterate residents. Additionally, 764 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chigeli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,928 | 1,511 | 1,417 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 372 | 200 | 172 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 764 | 402 | 362 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,297 | 828 | 469 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,631 | 683 | 948 |
Nearby Villages of Chigeli
Chigeli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Benigeri | North-East | 2.93 km |
| Sankarabanda | South-East | 4.29 km |
| Nagarur | North-West | 4.37 km |
| Chiramandoddi | East | 4.53 km |
| Chinnahothur | South-West | 4.78 km |
| Musanahalli | West | 6.05 km |
| Haligera | East | 6.23 km |
| Virupapuram | North | 6.62 km |
| Tangaradona | North-East | 6.85 km |
| Aspari | South-East | 7.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chigeli
Public transport in the Chigeli is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Nagarur, while the nearest airport is Bellary Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Adoni to Chigeli is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kurnool to Chigeli is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chigeli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chigeli 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 Chigeli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chigeli 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Chigeli
Where is Chigeli located?
Chigeli village is located in Aspari Mandal, Kurnool district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chigeli?
The Gram Panchayat of Chigeli is Chigili.
What is the pincode of Chigeli?
The pincode of Chigeli is 518347.
What is the population of Chigeli?
Chigeli has a total population of 2,928, including 1,511 males and 1,417 females.
How many households are there in Chigeli?
There are 588 households in Chigeli.
What is the literacy rate in Chigeli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chigeli is 44.30%. Male literacy is 54.80% and female literacy is 33.10%.