Chunchulur - Marripadu, Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore
Chunchulur is a village situated in the Marripadu mandal of Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Marripadu and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Nellore. Chunchuluru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chunchulur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chunchulur is 591802. The village covers a total geographical area of 1627 hectares and falls under the 524302 pincode. Badvel is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Chunchulur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chunchulur
As per Census 2011, Chunchulur village has a total population of 2,059 people, consisting of 1,097 males and 962 females. The village has 434 households and a sex ratio of 876 females per 1,000 males. There are 197 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,238 literate and 821 illiterate residents. Additionally, 769 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chunchulur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,059 | 1,097 | 962 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 197 | 99 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 769 | 398 | 371 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 1,238 | 787 | 451 |
| Illiterate Population | 821 | 310 | 511 |
Nearby Villages of Chunchulur
Chunchulur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chapurallapalle | South-East | 2.88 km |
| Padamatinaidupalle | West | 3.80 km |
| Tholijapuram | North-East | 4.10 km |
| Bommavaram | East | 4.85 km |
| Mangupalle | South-East | 7.38 km |
| Pallavolu | East | 7.53 km |
| Singanapalle | North-West | 8.50 km |
| Irlapadu | North | 8.91 km |
| Gowravaram | East | 9.91 km |
| Kamireddipadu | South-East | 10.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chunchulur
Chunchulur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ontimitta, while the nearest airport is Kadapa Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.3 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 Badvel to Chunchulur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nellore to Chunchulur is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chunchulur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chunchulur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chunchulur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chunchulur 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 Chunchulur
Where is Chunchulur located?
Chunchulur village is located in Marripadu Mandal, Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chunchulur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chunchulur is Chunchuluru.
What is the pincode of Chunchulur?
The pincode of Chunchulur is 524302.
What is the population of Chunchulur?
Chunchulur has a total population of 2,059, including 1,097 males and 962 females.
How many households are there in Chunchulur?
There are 434 households in Chunchulur.
What is the literacy rate in Chunchulur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chunchulur is 60.13%. Male literacy is 71.74% and female literacy is 46.88%.