Chowluru - Chinturu, Polavaram
Chowluru is a village situated in the Chinturu mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from Chintur and around 206 km from Khammam. Chadalavada serves as the Grama Panchayat for Chowluru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chowluru is 579225. The village covers a total geographical area of 65 hectares and falls under the 533352 pincode. Palwancha is the nearest town, located about 114 km away.
Chowluru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chowluru
According to the 2011 Census, Chowluru village had a total population of 72 people, including 38 males and 34 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 895 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 28.07%, with male literacy at 37.93% and female literacy at 17.86%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 72.
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 | 72 | 38 | 34 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 72 | 38 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 16 | 11 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 27 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Chowluru
Chowluru is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Chowluru
Chowluru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Palwancha to Chowluru is about 114 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Chowluru is about 206 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chowluru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chowluru 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 Chowluru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chowluru 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 Chowluru
Where is Chowluru located?
Chowluru village is located in Chinturu Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Chowluru?
The Grama Panchayat of Chowluru is Chadalavada.
What is the pincode of Chowluru?
The pincode of Chowluru is 533352.
What is the population of Chowluru?
Chowluru had a total population of 72, including 38 males and 34 females.
How many households are there in Chowluru?
Chowluru had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chowluru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chowluru was 28.07%. Male literacy was 37.93% and female literacy was 17.86%.