Polineni Cheruvu - Voletivaripalem, Prakasam
Polineni Cheruvu is a village situated in the Voletivaripalem mandal of Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Voletivaripalem and around 81 km from the district headquarters in Ongole. Polinenicheruvu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Polineni Cheruvu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Polineni Cheruvu is 591506. The village covers a total geographical area of 2024 hectares and falls under the 523116 pincode. Kandukur is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Polineni Cheruvu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Polineni Cheruvu
As per Census 2011, Polineni Cheruvu village has a total population of 1,589 people, consisting of 816 males and 773 females. The village has 380 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 178 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 556 literate and 1,033 illiterate residents. Additionally, 669 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 107 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Polineni Cheruvu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,589 | 816 | 773 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 101 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 669 | 345 | 324 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 107 | 48 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 556 | 345 | 211 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,033 | 471 | 562 |
Nearby Villages of Polineni Cheruvu
Polineni Cheruvu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Veeranna Palem | North | 3.58 km |
| Lakshmakka Palle | South-West | 4.95 km |
| Ramachandrapuram | East | 5.59 km |
| Ramalingapuram | South | 6.19 km |
| Chundi | South-East | 6.49 km |
| Murugammi | North-West | 6.69 km |
| Malepadu | North-East | 6.94 km |
| Peda Irla Padu | West | 6.95 km |
| Ayyavaripalle | South | 7.81 km |
| Lingam Gunta | North-East | 8.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Polineni Cheruvu
Polineni Cheruvu 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 53.8 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 Polineni Cheruvu is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ongole to Polineni Cheruvu is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Polineni Cheruvu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Polineni Cheruvu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Polineni Cheruvu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Polineni Cheruvu 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Polineni Cheruvu
Where is Polineni Cheruvu located?
Polineni Cheruvu village is located in Voletivaripalem Mandal, Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Polineni Cheruvu?
The Gram Panchayat of Polineni Cheruvu is Polinenicheruvu.
What is the pincode of Polineni Cheruvu?
The pincode of Polineni Cheruvu is 523116.
What is the population of Polineni Cheruvu?
Polineni Cheruvu has a total population of 1,589, including 816 males and 773 females.
How many households are there in Polineni Cheruvu?
There are 380 households in Polineni Cheruvu.
What is the literacy rate in Polineni Cheruvu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Polineni Cheruvu is 34.99%. Male literacy is 42.28% and female literacy is 27.30%.