Chilkalapalle - Balijipeta, Parvathipuram Manyam
Chilkalapalle is a village situated in the Balijipeta mandal of Parvathipuram Manyam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from Balijipeta and around 82 km from Vizianagaram. Chilakalapalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chilkalapalle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chilkalapalle is 582298. The village covers a total geographical area of 565 hectares and falls under the 535557 pincode. Bobbili is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Chilkalapalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chilkalapalle
As per Census 2011, Chilkalapalle village has a total population of 2,952 people, consisting of 1,452 males and 1,500 females. The village has 799 households and a sex ratio of 1,033 females per 1,000 males. There are 233 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,491 literate and 1,461 illiterate residents. Additionally, 610 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 82 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chilkalapalle are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,952 | 1,452 | 1,500 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 233 | 132 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 610 | 306 | 304 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 82 | 43 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 1,491 | 889 | 602 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,461 | 563 | 898 |
Nearby Villages of Chilkalapalle
Chilkalapalle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kurmanadhapuram | North-East | 1.33 km |
| Konangipadu | South | 1.84 km |
| Iruvada | South | 2.89 km |
| Palagara | North | 3.00 km |
| Kinjangi | South-East | 3.13 km |
| V P R Peta | East | 3.23 km |
| Pedapenki | South-West | 3.28 km |
| Narampeta | North-West | 3.68 km |
| Vengalarayapuram | South-West | 3.69 km |
| Tumarada | North-West | 3.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chilkalapalle
Chilkalapalle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sitanagaram, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bobbili to Chilkalapalle is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Vizianagaram to Chilkalapalle is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chilkalapalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chilkalapalle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chilkalapalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chilkalapalle village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Chilkalapalle
Where is Chilkalapalle located?
Chilkalapalle village is located in Balijipeta Mandal, Parvathipuram Manyam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chilkalapalle?
The Gram Panchayat of Chilkalapalle is Chilakalapalli.
What is the pincode of Chilkalapalle?
The pincode of Chilkalapalle is 535557.
What is the population of Chilkalapalle?
Chilkalapalle has a total population of 2,952, including 1,452 males and 1,500 females.
How many households are there in Chilkalapalle?
There are 799 households in Chilkalapalle.
What is the literacy rate in Chilkalapalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chilkalapalle is 50.51%. Male literacy is 61.23% and female literacy is 40.13%.