Chandrapadia - Vinjamur, Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore
Chandrapadia is a village situated in the Vinjamur mandal of Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vinjamuru and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Nellore. Bukka Puram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chandrapadia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandrapadia is 591768. The village covers a total geographical area of 809 hectares and falls under the 524228 pincode. Kavali is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Chandrapadia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chandrapadia
According to the 2011 Census, Chandrapadia village had a total population of 1,286 people, including 656 males and 630 females, living in 341 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.37%, with male literacy at 88.24% and female literacy at 68.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 88, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 12.
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 | 1,286 | 656 | 630 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 61 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 48 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 913 | 525 | 388 |
| Illiterate Population | 373 | 131 | 242 |
Nearby Villages of Chandrapadia
Chandrapadia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chinthalapalem | West | 3.08 km |
| Dubagunta | South | 3.41 km |
| Chouta Bheemavaram | South-East | 4.28 km |
| Vinjamur | North | 4.93 km |
| Kistipuram | South-West | 5.31 km |
| Rajavolu | South | 6.66 km |
| Gudipadu | East | 6.99 km |
| Nagasamudram | North-East | 7.53 km |
| Aravedu | South-West | 7.77 km |
| Padakandla | South-West | 8.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chandrapadia
Chandrapadia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bitragunta, while the nearest airport is Kadapa Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kavali to Chandrapadia is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nellore to Chandrapadia is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandrapadia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandrapadia 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 Chandrapadia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandrapadia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chandrapadia
Where is Chandrapadia located?
Chandrapadia village is located in Vinjamur Mandal, Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandrapadia?
The Gram Panchayat of Chandrapadia is Bukka Puram.
What is the pincode of Chandrapadia?
The pincode of Chandrapadia is 524228.
What is the population of Chandrapadia?
Chandrapadia had a total population of 1,286, including 656 males and 630 females.
How many households are there in Chandrapadia?
Chandrapadia had 341 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandrapadia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandrapadia was 78.37%. Male literacy was 88.24% and female literacy was 68.07%.