Cheruvuru - Rampachodavaram, Polavaram
Cheruvuru is a village situated in the Rampachodavaram mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from Rampachodavaram and around 96 km from Kakinada. Bolagonda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Cheruvuru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Cheruvuru is 587146. The village covers a total geographical area of 163 hectares and falls under the 533288 pincode. Rajahmundry is the nearest town, located about 66 km away.
Cheruvuru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Cheruvuru
According to the 2011 Census, Cheruvuru village had a total population of 466 people, including 215 males and 251 females, living in 149 households. The sex ratio was 1,167 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 30.83%, with male literacy at 34.97% and female literacy at 27.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 455.
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 | 466 | 215 | 251 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 32 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 455 | 209 | 246 |
| Literate Population | 123 | 64 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 343 | 151 | 192 |
Nearby Villages of Cheruvuru
Cheruvuru 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 Cheruvuru
Cheruvuru 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 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 Cheruvuru is about 66 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Cheruvuru is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Cheruvuru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Cheruvuru 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Cheruvuru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Cheruvuru 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Cheruvuru
Where is Cheruvuru located?
Cheruvuru village is located in Rampachodavaram Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Cheruvuru?
The Gram Panchayat of Cheruvuru is Bolagonda.
What is the pincode of Cheruvuru?
The pincode of Cheruvuru is 533288.
What is the population of Cheruvuru?
Cheruvuru had a total population of 466, including 215 males and 251 females.
How many households are there in Cheruvuru?
Cheruvuru had 149 households.
What is the literacy rate in Cheruvuru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Cheruvuru was 30.83%. Male literacy was 34.97% and female literacy was 27.31%.