Chaparai - Gurthedu, Polavaram
Chaparai is a village situated in the Gurthedu mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 68 km from Y.ramavaram and around 178 km from Kakinada. Boddagandi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaparai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaparai is 586679. The village covers a total geographical area of 16 hectares and falls under the 533428 pincode. Peddapuram is the nearest town, located about 125 km away.
Chaparai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chaparai
According to the 2011 Census, Chaparai village had a total population of 329 people, including 150 males and 179 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 1,193 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 19.84%, with male literacy at 22.95% and female literacy at 16.92%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 329.
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 | 329 | 150 | 179 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 28 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 329 | 150 | 179 |
| Literate Population | 50 | 28 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 279 | 122 | 157 |
Nearby Villages of Chaparai
Chaparai 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 Chaparai
Chaparai is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Peddapuram to Chaparai is about 125 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Chaparai is about 178 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chaparai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaparai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chaparai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaparai 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chaparai
Where is Chaparai located?
Chaparai village is located in Gurthedu Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaparai?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaparai is Boddagandi.
What is the pincode of Chaparai?
The pincode of Chaparai is 533428.
What is the population of Chaparai?
Chaparai had a total population of 329, including 150 males and 179 females.
How many households are there in Chaparai?
Chaparai had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chaparai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaparai was 19.84%. Male literacy was 22.95% and female literacy was 16.92%.