Cheruvupalem - Rampachodavaram, Polavaram
Cheruvupalem is a village situated in the Rampachodavaram mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from Rampachodavaram and around 98 km from Kakinada. Pedageddada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Cheruvupalem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Cheruvupalem is 587136. The village covers a total geographical area of 45 hectares and falls under the 533288 pincode. Rajahmundry is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Cheruvupalem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Cheruvupalem
According to the 2011 Census, Cheruvupalem village had a total population of 283 people, including 130 males and 153 females, living in 99 households. The sex ratio was 1,177 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.71%, with male literacy at 60.53% and female literacy at 32.82%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 282.
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 | 283 | 130 | 153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 16 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 282 | 129 | 153 |
| Literate Population | 112 | 69 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 171 | 61 | 110 |
Nearby Villages of Cheruvupalem
Cheruvupalem 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 Cheruvupalem
Public transport in the Cheruvupalem 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajahmundry to Cheruvupalem is about 68 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Cheruvupalem is about 98 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 Cheruvupalem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Cheruvupalem 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 Cheruvupalem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Cheruvupalem 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Cheruvupalem
Where is Cheruvupalem located?
Cheruvupalem village is located in Rampachodavaram Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Cheruvupalem?
The Gram Panchayat of Cheruvupalem is Pedageddada.
What is the pincode of Cheruvupalem?
The pincode of Cheruvupalem is 533288.
What is the population of Cheruvupalem?
Cheruvupalem had a total population of 283, including 130 males and 153 females.
How many households are there in Cheruvupalem?
Cheruvupalem had 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Cheruvupalem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Cheruvupalem was 45.71%. Male literacy was 60.53% and female literacy was 32.82%.