Chennupalle - Ballikurava, Prakasam
Chennupalle is a village situated in the Ballikurava mandal of Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ballikurava and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Ongole. Chennupalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chennupalle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chennupalle is 590684. The village covers a total geographical area of 1847 hectares and falls under the 523303 pincode. Chilakaluripet is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Chennupalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chennupalle
As per Census 2011, Chennupalle village has a total population of 2,210 people, consisting of 1,110 males and 1,100 females. The village has 559 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 262 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,058 literate and 1,152 illiterate residents. Additionally, 799 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chennupalle are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,210 | 1,110 | 1,100 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 262 | 136 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 799 | 408 | 391 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 4 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 1,058 | 608 | 450 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,152 | 502 | 650 |
Nearby Villages of Chennupalle
Chennupalle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ballikurava | East | 2.68 km |
| Mukteswaram | South-West | 3.72 km |
| Kommala Padu | North-West | 4.16 km |
| Sankaralingam Gudipadu | South-West | 5.54 km |
| Guntupalle | South-East | 5.69 km |
| Konidena | East | 6.13 km |
| Koppera Padu | North-East | 6.18 km |
| Kopparam | North | 6.59 km |
| Vaidana | South | 7.45 km |
| Uppumaguluru | North-East | 8.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chennupalle
Chennupalle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Santamagulur, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Chilakaluripet to Chennupalle is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ongole to Chennupalle is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chennupalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chennupalle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chennupalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chennupalle village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chennupalle
Where is Chennupalle located?
Chennupalle village is located in Ballikurava Mandal, Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chennupalle?
The Gram Panchayat of Chennupalle is Chennupalli.
What is the pincode of Chennupalle?
The pincode of Chennupalle is 523303.
What is the population of Chennupalle?
Chennupalle has a total population of 2,210, including 1,110 males and 1,100 females.
How many households are there in Chennupalle?
There are 559 households in Chennupalle.
What is the literacy rate in Chennupalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chennupalle is 47.87%. Male literacy is 54.77% and female literacy is 40.91%.