Challayyavalasa - Polaki, Srikakulam
Challayyavalasa is a village situated in the Polaki mandal of Srikakulam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Polaki and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Srikakulam. Challayyavalasa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Challayyavalasa is 581479. The village covers a total geographical area of 325 hectares and falls under the 532429 pincode. Srikakulam is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Challayyavalasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Challayyavalasa
According to the 2011 Census, Challayyavalasa village had a total population of 1,616 people, including 839 males and 777 females, living in 412 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.59%, with male literacy at 59.47% and female literacy at 38.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 16.
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 | 1,616 | 839 | 777 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 164 | 84 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 720 | 449 | 271 |
| Illiterate Population | 896 | 390 | 506 |
Nearby Villages of Challayyavalasa
Challayyavalasa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kondalakkivalasa | South-West | 1.36 km |
| Gangivalasa | South | 1.44 km |
| Ambeerupeta | East | 1.45 km |
| Kondakothapeta | North | 1.73 km |
| Vanithamandalam | North-West | 2.18 km |
| Susaram | East | 2.38 km |
| Yetlabasivalasa | South | 2.42 km |
| Vodhipadu | South-East | 2.42 km |
| Gathalavalasa | North-East | 2.43 km |
| Thotada | West | 2.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Challayyavalasa
Challayyavalasa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tilaru, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 134.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Srikakulam to Challayyavalasa is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Challayyavalasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Challayyavalasa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Challayyavalasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Challayyavalasa 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Challayyavalasa
Where is Challayyavalasa located?
Challayyavalasa village is located in Polaki Mandal, Srikakulam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Challayyavalasa?
Challayyavalasa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Challayyavalasa?
The pincode of Challayyavalasa is 532429.
What is the population of Challayyavalasa?
Challayyavalasa had a total population of 1,616, including 839 males and 777 females.
How many households are there in Challayyavalasa?
Challayyavalasa had 412 households.
What is the literacy rate in Challayyavalasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Challayyavalasa was 49.59%. Male literacy was 59.47% and female literacy was 38.88%.