Chokkanapalle - Vararamachandrapuram, Polavaram
Chokkanapalle is a village situated in the Vararamachandrapuram mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from V.r.puram and around 188 km from Khammam. Sriramgiri serves as the Grama Panchayat for Chokkanapalle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chokkanapalle is 579277. The village covers a total geographical area of 394 hectares and falls under the 533349 pincode. Palwancha is the nearest town, located about 81 km away.
Chokkanapalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chokkanapalle
According to the 2011 Census, Chokkanapalle village had a total population of 413 people, including 211 males and 202 females, living in 133 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.08%, with male literacy at 58.20% and female literacy at 31.07%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 396.
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 | 413 | 211 | 202 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 22 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 396 | 203 | 193 |
| Literate Population | 165 | 110 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 248 | 101 | 147 |
Nearby Villages of Chokkanapalle
Chokkanapalle 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 Chokkanapalle
Chokkanapalle 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 Palwancha to Chokkanapalle is about 81 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Chokkanapalle is about 188 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chokkanapalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chokkanapalle 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 Chokkanapalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chokkanapalle village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chokkanapalle
Where is Chokkanapalle located?
Chokkanapalle village is located in Vararamachandrapuram Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Chokkanapalle?
The Grama Panchayat of Chokkanapalle is Sriramgiri.
What is the pincode of Chokkanapalle?
The pincode of Chokkanapalle is 533349.
What is the population of Chokkanapalle?
Chokkanapalle had a total population of 413, including 211 males and 202 females.
How many households are there in Chokkanapalle?
Chokkanapalle had 133 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chokkanapalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chokkanapalle was 45.08%. Male literacy was 58.20% and female literacy was 31.07%.