Chouta Palem - Ponnaluru, Prakasam
Chouta Palem is a village situated in the Ponnaluru mandal of Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ponnaluru and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Ongole. Chowtapalem serves as the Grama Panchayat for Chouta Palem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chouta Palem is 591413. The village covers a total geographical area of 1461 hectares and falls under the 523109 pincode. Kandukur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Chouta Palem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chouta Palem
According to the 2011 Census, Chouta Palem village had a total population of 1,784 people, including 911 males and 873 females, living in 492 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.77%, with male literacy at 72.49% and female literacy at 48.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 532.
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 | 1,784 | 911 | 873 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 191 | 104 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 532 | 278 | 254 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 968 | 585 | 383 |
| Illiterate Population | 816 | 326 | 490 |
Nearby Villages of Chouta Palem
Chouta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ippagunta | East | 2.78 km |
| Lingam Gunta | North-West | 3.06 km |
| Nawabpalem | South | 3.54 km |
| East Polineni Palem | South | 4.68 km |
| Ramachandrapuram | South-West | 4.80 km |
| Ponnaluru | East | 5.26 km |
| Pedavenkanna Palem | North-East | 5.45 km |
| Malepadu | North-West | 5.91 km |
| Cherukuru | North-West | 5.94 km |
| Sameerapalem | South-East | 6.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chouta Palem
Chouta Palem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ulavapadu, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.4 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 Kandukur to Chouta Palem is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ongole to Chouta Palem is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chouta Palem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chouta Palem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chouta 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 Chouta Palem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chouta Palem
Where is Chouta Palem located?
Chouta Palem village is located in Ponnaluru Mandal, Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Chouta Palem?
The Grama Panchayat of Chouta Palem is Chowtapalem.
What is the pincode of Chouta Palem?
The pincode of Chouta Palem is 523109.
What is the population of Chouta Palem?
Chouta Palem had a total population of 1,784, including 911 males and 873 females.
How many households are there in Chouta Palem?
Chouta Palem had 492 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chouta Palem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chouta Palem was 60.77%. Male literacy was 72.49% and female literacy was 48.73%.