Chagaluru - Chilamathur, Sri Sathya Sai
Chagaluru is a village situated in the Chilamathur mandal of Sri Sathya Sai district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from Chilamathur and around 122 km from Anantapur. Chagaleru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chagaluru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chagaluru is 595585. The village covers a total geographical area of 2418 hectares and falls under the 515601 pincode. Hindupur is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Chagaluru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chagaluru
According to the 2011 Census, Chagaluru village had a total population of 4,262 people, including 2,137 males and 2,125 females, living in 1,000 households. The sex ratio was 994 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.19%, with male literacy at 62.85% and female literacy at 43.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 612, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 4,262 | 2,137 | 2,125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 451 | 231 | 220 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 612 | 299 | 313 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,027 | 1,198 | 829 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,235 | 939 | 1,296 |
Nearby Villages of Chagaluru
Chagaluru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kanugamakulapalle | South-East | 2.10 km |
| Gandladinne | South-East | 2.20 km |
| Muddireddipalle | South | 3.47 km |
| Kambaladinne | East | 3.97 km |
| Yerrasingepalle | South-East | 4.07 km |
| Subbaraopet | South-West | 4.12 km |
| Puleru | North-East | 4.72 km |
| Morasalapalle | South | 4.81 km |
| Chowdireddipalle | South | 4.85 km |
| Mumadivaripalli | East | 4.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chagaluru
Chagaluru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chakarlapalli, while the nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hindupur to Chagaluru is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anantapur to Chagaluru is about 122 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chagaluru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chagaluru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chagaluru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chagaluru 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Chagaluru
Where is Chagaluru located?
Chagaluru village is located in Chilamathur Mandal, Sri Sathya Sai district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chagaluru?
The Gram Panchayat of Chagaluru is Chagaleru.
What is the pincode of Chagaluru?
The pincode of Chagaluru is 515601.
What is the population of Chagaluru?
Chagaluru had a total population of 4,262, including 2,137 males and 2,125 females.
How many households are there in Chagaluru?
Chagaluru had 1,000 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chagaluru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chagaluru was 53.19%. Male literacy was 62.85% and female literacy was 43.52%.