Chandrala - Mylavaram, Ntr
Chandrala is a village situated in the Mylavaram mandal of Ntr district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from Mylavaram and around 130 km from Machilipatnam. Chandrala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandrala is 588939. The village covers a total geographical area of 1151 hectares and falls under the 521230 pincode. Nuzvid is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Chandrala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chandrala
As per Census 2011, Chandrala village has a total population of 4,100 people, consisting of 2,067 males and 2,033 females. The village has 1,121 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 435 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,330 literate and 1,770 illiterate residents. Additionally, 978 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 83 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chandrala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,100 | 2,067 | 2,033 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 435 | 227 | 208 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 978 | 474 | 504 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 83 | 42 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 2,330 | 1,263 | 1,067 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,770 | 804 | 966 |
Nearby Villages of Chandrala
Chandrala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Keerthirayanigudem | North | 2.23 km |
| T.gannavaram | South-East | 2.52 km |
| Vedurubeedem | North-East | 2.72 km |
| Ganapavaram | South | 3.13 km |
| Kanimerla | North-East | 4.29 km |
| Velvadam | West | 4.44 km |
| Patha Naguluru | North | 4.55 km |
| Koduru | South | 5.85 km |
| Naguluru | North | 6.25 km |
| Edara | East | 6.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chandrala
Chandrala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Cheruvu Madhavaram, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.1 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 Nuzvid to Chandrala is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Chandrala is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandrala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandrala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chandrala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandrala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chandrala
Where is Chandrala located?
Chandrala village is located in Mylavaram Mandal, Ntr district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandrala?
Chandrala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chandrala?
The pincode of Chandrala is 521230.
What is the population of Chandrala?
Chandrala has a total population of 4,100, including 2,067 males and 2,033 females.
How many households are there in Chandrala?
There are 1,121 households in Chandrala.
What is the literacy rate in Chandrala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandrala is 56.83%. Male literacy is 61.10% and female literacy is 52.48%.