Chennur - Sirvel, Nandyal
Chennur is a village situated in the Sirvel mandal of Nandyal district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from Sirvel and around 87 km from Kurnool. Chennur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chennur is 594330. The village covers a total geographical area of 2490 hectares and falls under the 518583 pincode. Nandyal is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Chennur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chennur
As per Census 2011, Chennur village has a total population of 3,795 people, consisting of 1,933 males and 1,862 females. The village has 897 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 449 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,871 literate and 1,924 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,117 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chennur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,795 | 1,933 | 1,862 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 449 | 232 | 217 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,117 | 556 | 561 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,871 | 1,144 | 727 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,924 | 789 | 1,135 |
Nearby Villages of Chennur
Chennur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Govindpalle | South-West | 3.84 km |
| Boyalakuntla | North-East | 3.85 km |
| Maseedupuram | North-West | 4.16 km |
| Gangavaram | North | 4.87 km |
| Beeravolu | East | 5.38 km |
| Kanalapalle | West | 5.87 km |
| Sirvel | South | 5.94 km |
| Deebaguntla | West | 6.05 km |
| Sambavaram | North-West | 6.43 km |
| Kaminenipalle | South-West | 6.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chennur
Chennur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gazulapalli, while the nearest airport is Kadapa Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nandyal to Chennur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kurnool to Chennur is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chennur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chennur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chennur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chennur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Chennur
Where is Chennur located?
Chennur village is located in Sirvel Mandal, Nandyal district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chennur?
Chennur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chennur?
The pincode of Chennur is 518583.
What is the population of Chennur?
Chennur has a total population of 3,795, including 1,933 males and 1,862 females.
How many households are there in Chennur?
There are 897 households in Chennur.
What is the literacy rate in Chennur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chennur is 49.30%. Male literacy is 59.18% and female literacy is 39.04%.