Chowdantivalasa - Dattirajeru, Vizianagaram
Chowdantivalasa is a village situated in the Dattirajeru mandal of Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dattirajeru and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Vizianagaram. Chowdantivalasa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chowdantivalasa is 582646. The village covers a total geographical area of 301 hectares and falls under the 535579 pincode. Bobbili is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Chowdantivalasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chowdantivalasa
As per Census 2011, Chowdantivalasa village has a total population of 1,468 people, consisting of 730 males and 738 females. The village has 384 households and a sex ratio of 1,010 females per 1,000 males. There are 211 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 718 literate and 750 illiterate residents. Additionally, 272 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 26 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chowdantivalasa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,468 | 730 | 738 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 211 | 102 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 272 | 131 | 141 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 718 | 408 | 310 |
| Illiterate Population | 750 | 322 | 428 |
Nearby Villages of Chowdantivalasa
Chowdantivalasa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pindrangivalasa | North-East | 1.25 km |
| S. Burjavalasa | South | 1.38 km |
| Korapa | South-East | 2.09 km |
| Rompallivalasa | South-West | 2.32 km |
| Pedapalle | North-East | 2.42 km |
| Gajarayunivalasa | North | 2.62 km |
| Arikatota | North-West | 2.71 km |
| Veerasagaram | North-East | 2.91 km |
| Tentuvalasa | North | 3.13 km |
| Korapa Kothavalasa | South | 3.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chowdantivalasa
Chowdantivalasa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Donkinavalasa, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bobbili to Chowdantivalasa is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vizianagaram to Chowdantivalasa is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chowdantivalasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chowdantivalasa 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 Chowdantivalasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chowdantivalasa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chowdantivalasa
Where is Chowdantivalasa located?
Chowdantivalasa village is located in Dattirajeru Mandal, Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chowdantivalasa?
Chowdantivalasa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chowdantivalasa?
The pincode of Chowdantivalasa is 535579.
What is the population of Chowdantivalasa?
Chowdantivalasa has a total population of 1,468, including 730 males and 738 females.
How many households are there in Chowdantivalasa?
There are 384 households in Chowdantivalasa.
What is the literacy rate in Chowdantivalasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chowdantivalasa is 48.91%. Male literacy is 55.89% and female literacy is 42.01%.