Chittaluru - Chejerla, Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore
Chittaluru is a village situated in the Chejerla mandal of Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chejerla and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Nellore. Adurupalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chittaluru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chittaluru is 591960. The village covers a total geographical area of 2084 hectares and falls under the 524341 pincode. Nellore is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Chittaluru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chittaluru
As per Census 2011, Chittaluru village has a total population of 2,992 people, consisting of 1,503 males and 1,489 females. The village has 735 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 343 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,489 literate and 1,503 illiterate residents. Additionally, 300 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 262 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chittaluru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,992 | 1,503 | 1,489 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 343 | 171 | 172 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 300 | 148 | 152 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 262 | 133 | 129 |
| Literate Population | 1,489 | 846 | 643 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,503 | 657 | 846 |
Nearby Villages of Chittaluru
Chittaluru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vavileru | North-East | 4.07 km |
| China Gopavaram | West | 4.18 km |
| Kanupurupalle | South-West | 4.78 km |
| Paderu | North | 5.30 km |
| Yeturu | South-East | 5.93 km |
| Nernoor | South | 5.99 km |
| Kalayapalem | North-West | 6.39 km |
| Chejerla | North-West | 7.22 km |
| Gollapalle | North | 7.88 km |
| Thimmayapalem | North | 8.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chittaluru
Chittaluru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Venkatachalam, while the nearest airport is Kadapa Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.6 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 Nellore to Chittaluru is about 47 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 Chittaluru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chittaluru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chittaluru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chittaluru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chittaluru
Where is Chittaluru located?
Chittaluru village is located in Chejerla Mandal, Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chittaluru?
The Gram Panchayat of Chittaluru is Adurupalli.
What is the pincode of Chittaluru?
The pincode of Chittaluru is 524341.
What is the population of Chittaluru?
Chittaluru has a total population of 2,992, including 1,503 males and 1,489 females.
How many households are there in Chittaluru?
There are 735 households in Chittaluru.
What is the literacy rate in Chittaluru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chittaluru is 49.77%. Male literacy is 56.29% and female literacy is 43.18%.