Cheedipalem - Gangavaram, Polavaram
Cheedipalem is a village situated in the Gangavaram mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from Gangavaram and around 72 km from Kakinada. Zaderu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Cheedipalem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Cheedipalem is 587089. The village covers a total geographical area of 74 hectares and falls under the 533428 pincode. Rajahmundry is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Cheedipalem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Cheedipalem
According to the 2011 Census, Cheedipalem village had a total population of 385 people, including 194 males and 191 females, living in 106 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.12%, with male literacy at 44.77% and female literacy at 37.35%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 378.
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 | 385 | 194 | 191 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 22 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 378 | 191 | 187 |
| Literate Population | 139 | 77 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 246 | 117 | 129 |
Nearby Villages of Cheedipalem
Cheedipalem 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 Cheedipalem
Cheedipalem 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 Rajahmundry to Cheedipalem is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Cheedipalem is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Cheedipalem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Cheedipalem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Cheedipalem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Cheedipalem 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 Cheedipalem
Where is Cheedipalem located?
Cheedipalem village is located in Gangavaram Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Cheedipalem?
The Gram Panchayat of Cheedipalem is Zaderu.
What is the pincode of Cheedipalem?
The pincode of Cheedipalem is 533428.
What is the population of Cheedipalem?
Cheedipalem had a total population of 385, including 194 males and 191 females.
How many households are there in Cheedipalem?
Cheedipalem had 106 households.
What is the literacy rate in Cheedipalem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Cheedipalem was 41.12%. Male literacy was 44.77% and female literacy was 37.35%.