Chintagum Palle - Podili, Markapuram
Chintagum Palle is a village situated in the Podili mandal of Markapuram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from Podili and around 45 km from Ongole. Annavaram serves as the Grama Panchayat for Chintagum Palle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chintagum Palle is 590982. The village covers a total geographical area of 483 hectares and falls under the 523253 pincode. Ongole is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Chintagum Palle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chintagum Palle
According to the 2011 Census, Chintagum Palle village had a total population of 859 people, including 445 males and 414 females, living in 177 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.11%, with male literacy at 48.25% and female literacy at 37.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 592.
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 | 859 | 445 | 414 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 74 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 592 | 310 | 282 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 313 | 179 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 546 | 266 | 280 |
Nearby Villages of Chintagum Palle
Chintagum Palle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lakshmi Puram | East | 1.99 km |
| Amudala Palle | West | 2.12 km |
| Anna Varam | North | 2.35 km |
| Gosukonda Agraharam | South-West | 2.55 km |
| Thalamalla | South-East | 3.05 km |
| Pedauyyalawada | North-East | 3.37 km |
| Teegadurthipadu | West | 3.49 km |
| Krishna Puram | North | 4.04 km |
| China Uyyalawada | East | 4.12 km |
| Kellam Palle | South | 4.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chintagum Palle
Chintagum Palle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Donakonda, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ongole to Chintagum Palle is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chintagum Palle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chintagum Palle 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 Chintagum Palle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chintagum Palle village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chintagum Palle
Where is Chintagum Palle located?
Chintagum Palle village is located in Podili Mandal, Markapuram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Chintagum Palle?
The Grama Panchayat of Chintagum Palle is Annavaram.
What is the pincode of Chintagum Palle?
The pincode of Chintagum Palle is 523253.
What is the population of Chintagum Palle?
Chintagum Palle had a total population of 859, including 445 males and 414 females.
How many households are there in Chintagum Palle?
Chintagum Palle had 177 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chintagum Palle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chintagum Palle was 43.11%. Male literacy was 48.25% and female literacy was 37.75%.