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
As per Census 2011, Chinthalapalem village has a total population of 778 people, consisting of 413 males and 365 females. The village has 192 households and a sex ratio of 883 females per 1,000 males. There are 90 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 364 literate and 414 illiterate residents. Additionally, 145 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 54 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chinthalapalem are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 778, including 413 males and 365 females.
How many households are there in Chinthalapalem?
There are 192 households in Chinthalapalem.
What is the literacy rate in Chinthalapalem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chinthalapalem is 46.79%. Male literacy is 58.84% and female literacy is 33.15%.