Chelakaveedhi - Rampachodavaram, Polavaram
Chelakaveedhi is a village situated in the Rampachodavaram mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from Rampachodavaram and around 99 km from Kakinada. Vemulakonda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chelakaveedhi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chelakaveedhi is 587153. The village covers a total geographical area of 42 hectares and falls under the 533288 pincode. Rajahmundry is the nearest town, located about 86 km away.
Chelakaveedhi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chelakaveedhi
According to the 2011 Census, Chelakaveedhi village had a total population of 383 people, including 197 males and 186 females, living in 119 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.48%, with male literacy at 60.47% and female literacy at 27.61%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 383.
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 | 383 | 197 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 25 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 383 | 197 | 186 |
| Literate Population | 149 | 104 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 234 | 93 | 141 |
Nearby Villages of Chelakaveedhi
Chelakaveedhi 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 Chelakaveedhi
Chelakaveedhi 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 >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 Chelakaveedhi is about 86 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Chelakaveedhi is about 99 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chelakaveedhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chelakaveedhi 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chelakaveedhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chelakaveedhi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chelakaveedhi
Where is Chelakaveedhi located?
Chelakaveedhi village is located in Rampachodavaram Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chelakaveedhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Chelakaveedhi is Vemulakonda.
What is the pincode of Chelakaveedhi?
The pincode of Chelakaveedhi is 533288.
What is the population of Chelakaveedhi?
Chelakaveedhi had a total population of 383, including 197 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Chelakaveedhi?
Chelakaveedhi had 119 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chelakaveedhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chelakaveedhi was 44.48%. Male literacy was 60.47% and female literacy was 27.61%.