Chowtapalle - Pullalacheruvu, Markapuram
Chowtapalle is a village situated in the Pullalacheruvu mandal of Markapuram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from Pullalacheruvu and around 159 km from Ongole. Gangavaram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chowtapalle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chowtapalle is 590559. The village covers a total geographical area of 553 hectares and falls under the 523328 pincode. Markapur is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Chowtapalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Chowtapalle
Chowtapalle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Satha Kodu | North-East | 5.00 km |
| Pullalacheruvu | South-West | 5.00 km |
| Mutukula | East | 5.61 km |
| Narasa Puram | South-East | 7.02 km |
| Isukatripuravaram | South | 8.05 km |
| Mane Palle | South-East | 8.78 km |
| Gutlapalle | East | 9.16 km |
| Racha Konda | West | 9.54 km |
| Kavala Kuntla | South-West | 10.02 km |
| Ayyagari Palle | South-East | 11.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chowtapalle
Chowtapalle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gundalukamma, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Markapur to Chowtapalle is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ongole to Chowtapalle is about 159 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chowtapalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chowtapalle 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 Chowtapalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chowtapalle 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chowtapalle
Where is Chowtapalle located?
Chowtapalle village is located in Pullalacheruvu Mandal, Markapuram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chowtapalle?
The Gram Panchayat of Chowtapalle is Gangavaram.
What is the pincode of Chowtapalle?
The pincode of Chowtapalle is 523328.