Chilakaloor - Rudravaram, Nandyal
Chilakaloor is a village situated in the Rudravaram mandal of Nandyal district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from Rudravaram and around 120 km from Kurnool. Chilakaloor village is a designated Grama Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chilakaloor is 594525. The village covers a total geographical area of 931 hectares and falls under the 518594 pincode. Nandyal is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Chilakaloor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chilakaloor
According to the 2011 Census, Chilakaloor village had a total population of 773 people, including 400 males and 373 females, living in 152 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.12%, with male literacy at 68.96% and female literacy at 41.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 102.
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 | 773 | 400 | 373 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 65 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 102 | 49 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 366 | 231 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 407 | 169 | 238 |
Nearby Villages of Chilakaloor
Chilakaloor 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Erragudidinne | North-East | 3.50 km |
| Chandalur | East | 3.51 km |
| Nallagatla | South-West | 3.54 km |
| Mandaloor | South | 3.64 km |
| Bathalur | North-West | 4.40 km |
| Muthaloor | South-East | 5.18 km |
| G.jambuladinne | South-West | 5.38 km |
| Gopalapuram | South-West | 5.92 km |
| Perur | North-East | 6.02 km |
| R.nagulavaram | East | 6.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chilakaloor
Chilakaloor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gazulapalli, while the nearest airport is Kadapa Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Nandyal to Chilakaloor is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kurnool to Chilakaloor is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chilakaloor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chilakaloor 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chilakaloor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chilakaloor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chilakaloor
Where is Chilakaloor located?
Chilakaloor village is located in Rudravaram Mandal, Nandyal district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Chilakaloor?
Chilakaloor is its own Grama Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chilakaloor?
The pincode of Chilakaloor is 518594.
What is the population of Chilakaloor?
Chilakaloor had a total population of 773, including 400 males and 373 females.
How many households are there in Chilakaloor?
Chilakaloor had 152 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chilakaloor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chilakaloor was 55.12%. Male literacy was 68.96% and female literacy was 41.03%.