Chinthalapalem - Vinjamur, Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore
Chinthalapalem is a village situated in the Vinjamur mandal of Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vinjamuru and around 81 km from the district headquarters in Nellore. Araveeti Kisthipuram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chinthalapalem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chinthalapalem is 591767. The village covers a total geographical area of 534 hectares and falls under the 524223 pincode. Kavali is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Chinthalapalem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chinthalapalem
According to the 2011 Census, Chinthalapalem village had a total population of 778 people, including 413 males and 365 females, living in 192 households. The sex ratio was 884 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.91%, with male literacy at 66.94% and female literacy at 37.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 145, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 54.
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 | 778 | 413 | 365 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 50 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 145 | 78 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 54 | 30 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 364 | 243 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 414 | 170 | 244 |
Nearby Villages of Chinthalapalem
Chinthalapalem 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kistipuram | South-West | 2.75 km |
| Dubagunta | South-East | 3.04 km |
| Chandrapadia | East | 3.08 km |
| Sankavaram | West | 5.34 km |
| Padakandla | South-West | 5.37 km |
| Vinjamur | North | 5.68 km |
| Botikarlapadu | West | 5.75 km |
| Aravedu | South | 5.99 km |
| Chouta Bheemavaram | East | 6.77 km |
| Rajavolu | South-East | 7.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chinthalapalem
Chinthalapalem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bitragunta, while the nearest airport is Kadapa Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.4 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 Kavali to Chinthalapalem is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nellore to Chinthalapalem 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 Chinthalapalem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chinthalapalem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chinthalapalem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chinthalapalem 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chinthalapalem
Where is Chinthalapalem located?
Chinthalapalem village is located in Vinjamur Mandal, Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chinthalapalem?
The Gram Panchayat of Chinthalapalem is Araveeti Kisthipuram.
What is the pincode of Chinthalapalem?
The pincode of Chinthalapalem is 524223.
What is the population of Chinthalapalem?
Chinthalapalem had a total population of 778, including 413 males and 365 females.
How many households are there in Chinthalapalem?
Chinthalapalem had 192 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chinthalapalem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chinthalapalem was 52.91%. Male literacy was 66.94% and female literacy was 37.23%.