Chakraya Palem - Addanki, Prakasam
Chakraya Palem is a village situated in the Addanki mandal of Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Addanki and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Ongole. Chakrayapalem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chakraya Palem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chakraya Palem is 590765. The village covers a total geographical area of 539 hectares and falls under the 523201 pincode. Ongole is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Chakraya Palem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chakraya Palem
As per Census 2011, Chakraya Palem village has a total population of 1,314 people, consisting of 678 males and 636 females. The village has 333 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 133 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 697 literate and 617 illiterate residents. Additionally, 507 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 55 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chakraya Palem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,314 | 678 | 636 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 71 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 507 | 266 | 241 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 55 | 32 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 697 | 436 | 261 |
| Illiterate Population | 617 | 242 | 375 |
Nearby Villages of Chakraya Palem
Chakraya Palem is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Vemparala | North-West | 2.20 km |
| Gopalapuram | South | 2.87 km |
| Khambham Padu (east) | South-West | 3.39 km |
| Narasimha Puram | South | 4.16 km |
| Kalavakuru | East | 4.16 km |
| Chinakotha Palle | North | 4.46 km |
| Bhatla Palle | South-West | 4.52 km |
| Uppalapadu | North-West | 4.91 km |
| Dharmavaram | North-East | 6.71 km |
| Nuzella Palle | South-West | 7.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chakraya Palem
Chakraya Palem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Savalyapuram, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Ongole to Chakraya Palem is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chakraya Palem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chakraya Palem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chakraya Palem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chakraya Palem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chakraya Palem
Where is Chakraya Palem located?
Chakraya Palem village is located in Addanki Mandal, Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chakraya Palem?
The Gram Panchayat of Chakraya Palem is Chakrayapalem.
What is the pincode of Chakraya Palem?
The pincode of Chakraya Palem is 523201.
What is the population of Chakraya Palem?
Chakraya Palem has a total population of 1,314, including 678 males and 636 females.
How many households are there in Chakraya Palem?
There are 333 households in Chakraya Palem.
What is the literacy rate in Chakraya Palem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chakraya Palem is 53.04%. Male literacy is 64.31% and female literacy is 41.04%.